*NOT accepting new clients until June.* My specialty is helping clients notice old patterns that keep them stuck. Once we accept & understand our experience, then we can work towards change. Most people may not realize the root cause of their constant worry, panic or sadness, that's why I'm here to help so we can both discover what's holding you back from feeling healthy. CBT, mindfulness, EMDR & psychodynamic therapy are approaches that can help us become aware of areas that keep us stuck. Healing our hurts opens us to new ways of thinking & responding to life, inviting us to notice possibilities rather than limitations.

(Currently not accepting new clients.) Do you find yourself overwhelmed, confused, & can't figure out why patterns keep repeating in your relationships? Do you feel as if anxiety, depression, have become your companions? Do you struggle with overwhelm, distress, exhaustion & self-doubt? Do you feel stuck, despite trying to move forward? I work with individuals who have complex needs. I am passionate about helping them identify & break unhealthy patterns, as well as understand why they occur. I offer a safe space to explore feelings & experiences by offering a tailored & integrative approach.

As a Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor, an Ordained minister, and a Veteran, I am passionate about helping people overcome their "life controlling" problems. I have been helping people become the person that they want to become for over 30 years. I have been able to assist them from all kinds of situations, helping build and rebuild peoples lives in situations that seemed impossible. My background allows me to offer hope for a positive future for those who are in need. Whether it is relational, spiritual, or substance abuse...I believe in you!

Are you exhausted, struggling, longing for more, constantly committing to "get your life together?" Do you feel like you're constantly dropping loose ends and wonder how everyone else does it? Take a deep breath, and know that you are not alone in the struggle, and that the clarity you seek is yours for the taking. Or are you overwhelmed, overstimulated, and overextended, jittery during the day and not sleeping at night? Breathe! There is peace ahead! Has a moment in time caught you in its web and you are ready to become untangled? Whatever the journey has brought you, your courageous heart has led you here.

When life becomes unmanageable, empowering clients to gain back control is my passion. I have extensive therapeutic experience working with substance use and mental health disorders, such as depression, anxiety, Bi-Polar Disorder, PTSD, grief, stress and divorce-related issues, etc. If you are experiencing mental health struggles, have a desire to learn healthier coping skills, want to stop allowing your or your loved one's addiciton to control you, I can help you become a better version of you! My experience entails working with adolescents and their familiies who are navigating to find their way and need guidance.

You may be experiencing some difficulty taking care of your mental health but I'm glad you are taking the first step towards wellness, growth and empowerment by searching for a therapist. It takes courage to seek out therapy. As a therapist, I value the therapeutic process of reflection and relationship building through the implementation of Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Brainspotting, Motivational Interviewing, and other personalized therapy approaches. Together we can develop plans to work towards reaching your goals.

As someone who has directly dealt with personal trauma, depression, and anxiety in the past; I understand how hard it is to take the first step into therapy and beginning the walk to heal. My goal is to make the first step into this journey for you safe and comfortable. I approach my clients with empathy, sincerity and evidence based treatments that have proven to be beneficial for all clients. I have spent the last 13 years of my life dedicating my time to helping others in a medical and therapeutic capacity. During my time in the medical field, I often was called to speak with those who were suffering from various ailments.

For the Highly Sensitive Person and Empath, the world can be an overwhelming place. These individuals are “super sensing,” and absorb more sensory and energetic information than the average person. Loud noises, large groups, and energetic overload are land mines we train ourselves to dance around. Years of taking in this level of input without awareness in our fast-paced world often leads to symptoms of anxiety, depression, and patterns of codependency. It is by increasing understanding and developing compassion for our experience of the world that we can begin to appreciate the depth of living our sensitivity offers.

Addiction Rehab Centers is a place where we can help you regain your life. We treat Addiction and mental health issues of a broad magnitude. ARC addresses core underlying issues that keep people stuck in addiction and primary mental health difficulties. We provide detox, residential care, medication management, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient. WE DO NOT OFFER A CRASH COURSE ON THE 12 STEPS. We deal with issues related to abuse, trauma and underlying causes of addiction. If you are seeking help in a home-like setting where you are truly loved, Addiction Rehab Centers is the place. Call us.

Hello! I greatly appreciate you checking out my profile. I have worked in many areas in my 15 years in this field, but I specialize with trauma related issues, self-esteem issues, depression and anxiety, Christian/faith based counseling and grief counseling. I would love to talk with you and make a treatment plan with you, identifying goals and creating a game plan to meet those goals! I work well with most different types of people, but I greatly prefer people who really want to change and address the issues that have caused pain in their lives.

Life can be wonderful and exciting, challenging or scary. As a therapist, it is my goal to help you work through all of life's ups and downs, with strategies designed to most effectively help you achieve greater well-being. I believe that therapy is a relationship for growth and a partnership between the client and therapist, where together we work towards achieving your goals. I will work to help you expertly navigate your challenges such as processing difficult emotions, learning healthy coping skills, developing a deeper understanding and appreciation of yourself, enhancing your self-esteem, and building satisfying relationships.

Life can often be overwhelming causing excess stress and hardships. It’s easy for us to let it go so far that we don’t know what steps to take or where to turn. We don’t want to burden others with our problems but really need the support. Do you sometimes feel as though things aren’t going to get better? Maybe you’ve lost confidence, feel distant or alone but put on a smile for those around you to pretend everything is okay. These situations can often cause our relationships to suffer and we end up feeling guilty for the inability to spend quality, enjoyable time with our family.

CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS WITH HIPAA-SAFE VIDEO VISITS-SIMPLE TO USE. There is extreme pressure w the pandemic- you are not alone! I have great empathy for my clients and feel honored to work with problems such as anxiety, relationship issues, perfectionism, and mood symptoms that can affect our mood, relationships, and well-being. I also appreciate the chance to coach people facing professional, medical and other situational difficulties. I am a Medical Director, experienced psychologist, & deeply honored to offer you confidential and compassionate care.

There are many reason why you find yourself seeking therapy at this time, however, I imagine a consistent theme may be the desire to begin building the life and relationships you desire. Therapy is one of the few spaces in which insightful, thought-provoking connections can thrive; allowing room for new understanding, fostering growth and healing past wounds. Ultimately, providing the necessary space and time to heal. While I build my practice from many schools of therapeutic technique, I truly believe the relationship between client and therapist is the most important piece of the counseling experience and the healing process.

*I believe in personal, attentive care of my clients, and am committed to not overbooking myself. My practice is currently full, please check back with me in mid-April* I am honored that you are here, it means you are taking the first step towards healing. My passion is working with individuals who have experienced childhood sexual and physical abuse, who are adult children of disordered parents, and individuals who are experiencing anxiety and depression. I am also LGBTQ+ knowledgeable and affirming, and have a great deal of experience working with individuals who are exploring their gender identity and sexual orientation.

You ask yourself, “Will I ever get through this? Will I ever feel better?” You are reminded daily of your trauma, or you wonder if eating disorder recovery is possible. When people ask how you’re doing, you stick to the age-old “I’m fine,” or “I’m good; how are you?” in order to shift the conversation off of yourself and back to them. Hiding has become much easier than telling the vulnerable truth. You’re a pro at wearing masks to cover long-held pain. You work hard to “hold it all together”, but inside you feel like crumbling.

We typically work with adolescents and young adults seeking help with perceived barriers to personal growth and performance, specific issues with relationships, family conflict, or past traumatic experiences that are causing distress. In-person sessions are available at our office, in the community, at school, or at your home. We also offer access to counseling via our video and messaging online platform (use your smart phone, iPad, computer, etc.). Our process is collaborative, integrative, and systemically-focused, designed to first build a meaningful therapeutic relationship in which healing, and progress, can happen.

Therapy offers you the chance to slow down, relax, and reflect. During our sessions together, I will help you identify and strengthen your skills as you navigate life's ups and downs. I will work with you to reframe negative thoughts and processes and identify goals for the present and future. In sessions together, you take the lead to empower yourself and gain inner momentum. I am trained in Somatic Experiencing, a specific type of trauma therapy that allows you to notice body sensations in a slow pace as you work to rewire the nervous system without overwhelm in a safe and inviting environment.

I am a LCSW, LCAC and EMDR certified with over 9 years of experience with many success stories such as, helping clients move from despair to freedom to live the life they deserve by conquering demons of addiction and/or trauma, overcoming the fears of anxiety, the stronghold of depression, no longer lost in the fog of dissociation, in self-control and learning to love self for the first time after years of trauma and abuse. I have been blessed when children and spouses of clients have expressed their thanks for helping their loved one get on the right path of recovery from addiction and trauma.

Daily life is challenging and may leave you feeling out of balance. Are you physically, emotionally, and spiritually healthy? Is your relationship with your community healthy? If not, what experiences have broken your connection with these aspects of your life? What is keeping you from living a healthy, joyful life. I will help you reconnect with your inner strengths, core values, and resiliency so you can grow beyond past limitations and live the life you want. Whether you're looking for guidance through a difficult situation or looking to move in a new life direction, I can help you achieve your goals.