I have been working with and helping individuals manage stress, anxiety, and goal setting for four years. My specialty is working with young adults with anxiety through assisting them in reframing their thoughts and learning positive coping mechanisms. I go through a series of modules and/or workbooks to help the individual first learn about the issue they would like to work on, and then build upon that knowledge to help that individual learn to manage that issue on their own. I want to assist individuals understand how their thoughts or beliefs, influence their behavior.

I believe that each individual is unique therefore my approach will be based on my assessment of your individual needs. My approach to counseling helps clients examine and understand the connections between thoughts, feelings and behavior choices. I work with clients to specify goals and develop a plan to create positive change in client’s lives.

Emotional pain is an inescapable part of being human. At times, it is overwhelming and impacts all aspects of our lives. At others, it is manageable but apparent. When pain prevents us from experiencing fulfillment and satisfaction, it can be helpful to seek out support. Deciding to start therapy and taking steps to do so is intimidating to many of us, but overcoming that fear is an important part of making changes that can lead to a more meaningful life. Therapy enriches us by providing space to be heard and understood, teaching us tools to help us succeed, and introducing new perspectives.

Our personal histories often include some challenging experiences that influence us in many ways. My personal life experiences influence the way that I listen, understand and support people in their personal journeys. I offer an environment where you can safely explore your challenges, identify your personal strengths and skills, and develop the confidence that your are able to manage your life in ways that bring you hope and fullfillment.

I work well clinically with people who want to feel more peaceful, people who feel stuck and want change, and people who are trying to heal from past experiences that have damaged their trust in others or themselves. I also work well with people who feel different from others, who want to increase their self-confidence, and who want to increase or strengthen healthy relationships in their life. My clinical style is empathetic, flexible, creative, and goal-focused. The therapy environment I provide is warm, nonjudgmental, and empowering. I am currently accepting new clients starting November 1st, 2020.

Whether you have ongoing symptoms or are going through a difficult time in your life right now, I am here to help. I specialize in working with children, female adolescents/teens, and women. I work with clients experiencing various symptoms related to: Anxiety, Body Image Issues, Depression, Divorce/Separation, Life Transitions, Low Self-esteem, Relationship Issues, Stress, and Trauma.

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We aren't promised an easy life and the world can be unforgiving. I am skilled at working with people suffering with anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship issues, grief, and PTSD. Having a previous career in sales and marketing, I understand the challenges of the corporate work place along with the pressure and anxiety that can accompany that life. My specialty is trauma and PTSD. I am thankful to journey with people to difficult places so they can let go of triggers and flashbacks. Former clients have described their counseling experience as "freedom" from their past with a positive outlook on their future.

Life is full of incredible moments but sometimes life can be messy too. Every role we take on can cause stress and overwhelm us. No matter how big or small your struggle feels, everyone can benefit from counseling. As your counselor, I will help you identify and meet your goals in a supportive environment. I strongly believe people have the tools they need within them. I am passionate about building a strong therapeutic relationship-providing a non-judgmental, compassionate and empathetic ear to help navigate your thoughts, feelings, and beliefs so that you can find your inner light. I pride myself on strong rapport and connection.

I offer compassionate counseling to assist you in experiencing joy and lasting change. I consider it an honor to support you as you move toward what you value most and to engage in a more harmonious and meaningful life. I walk beside you in your journey to strengthen your relationship with yourself and others and to realize your personal potential. We will explore and embrace your individual strengths to empower you to address present challenges and to reinforce your resilience.

Do you feel like you are strapped on a roller coaster of anxiety and depression and can't get off the ride? We can feel out of control because of life changes, relationships, and significant events. We can become stuck in our own unhealthy thoughts, emotions, actions, and responses. Sometimes we hyper-focus on relationships and fixing other people. Or we may develop unhealthy patterns when using things outside of ourselves to experience immediate relief and help us cope. This may include alcohol, marijuana, pills, food, porn, exercise, gaming, social media, shopping, and gambling.

I first want to congratulate you on having the courage to embark on a journey to obtain optimal wellness and healing. I understand that taking the step to receive therapy can be difficult as you are inviting someone in your personal life during an uncomfortable and vulnerable time. My job is to give you a welcoming and safe environment to explore your thoughts and feelings in a non-judgmental environment.

If life seems confusing, heavy or difficult, I believe that together we can empower you to successfully face areas of concern; we can look at patterns that have developed and how to lessen their grip on you; we can learn new coping skills to help you maneuver in a supportive and connecting manner; we can find joy and hope in your life. Together we can develop strategies to help you reach your unique goals and develop a strong sense of self to embrace life.

Many people have difficulty adapting to life's unforeseen challenges and seeking help can feel equally challenging. I believe that psychotherapy is invaluable in improving one's quality of life. We are individually & uniquely designed. Our experiences and characteristics can cause conflict in our relationships with ourselves & others. I value each individual's story as it creates our present day reality. Making sense of our life can be difficult to achieve alone. My approach is to help individuals become experts in their own lives; lead healthier, more adaptive lives; nurture stable & respectful relationships; and move beyond the state of feeling "stuck" and toward growth.

In the more than 20 years that I have been a therapist, I have honed an eclectic-style of guiding therapy, using the skills that I have in the best interest of meeting the needs of my clients. I feel as though what sets me apart from other therapists is my drive to help clients deal with the things they struggle with. When I entered college, I initially wanted to be a psychiatrist, but I decided I didn't want to simply prescribe pills: I wanted to know people and to help them. So I chose psychology instead of psychiatry.

With increased clarity and balance in life, it is easier to make more adaptive and authentic decisions. I use an understanding and down to earth approach to empower clients to address their struggles and expand their horizons. I promote increased self-awareness, accountability, self-care, and resilience (primarily via mindfulness/ cognitive behavioral therapy principles).

I AM ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS OVER TELEHEALTH AND IN PERSON DURING COVID-19. Everyone has a story. . . of joy and sorrow, love and sadness, wounds and healing. Everyone's story is sacred and waiting to be discovered. But often we struggle to read our story because of depression, anxiety, past pains, or relational difficulties. My vision is to enable people to experience God's powerful grace in order to live in true freedom, transformation and discovery. I provide a pathway for people struggling on the journey to find hope for their broken hearts, healing for their wounds, and a hiding place to wrestle with the grace of God.

From the outside looking in, people see someone who “has it together.” Perhaps this is related to your family, job, marriage or community. From the inside looking out, you see a world full of pressures, expectations and a need to cultivate happiness for those in your life, sometimes at the expense of your own sanity. I often hear from clients that they feel “stuck” in the same cycle of life and can’t seem to find satisfaction, despite having many of life’s “checkboxes” marked off. Experiences of chronic anxiety and worry are common though they keep moving through the motions of life.

My passion for helping others through grief and various life traumas has become a privilege of joining people on their journey through healing. Whether you are struggling with a loss, life transition, anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, Childhood Disorders or looking to improve your marriage or relationships; my goal is to provide you with an empathetic, trusting and peaceful environment where you can find strength and healing.

TELE-PSYCH available through HIPAA compliant video app. I have a broad scope of trained experience as well as unique learning/training experiences from some of the best. I use a variety of techniques, but the common factor is that I use what has been shown to work. If you are experiencing life challenges like mood changes, self-criticism, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, and more I would love to earn your trust and show you meaning behind the name Integrative Wellness Solutions and how we will show our efforts in your journey. Counseling is also an opportunity to Maximize and not just get back to a "regular day".