Therapists in Midtown, Memphis, TN

Welcome! I am a licensed clinical social worker with a background in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution focused brief therapy (SFBT), trauma work, relapse and crisis prevention. The start of my career included working with sexual assault and domestic violence survivors, along with the geriatric population. In the last 15 years, my focus has been women's health and perinatal mood disorders. As a clinician, I am aligned with trauma informed care and have rooted my practice in understanding the impact of adverse childhood events (ACE). At the present, I am trained in EMDR treatment and pursuing certification.

I work with clients that present with a variety of issues - depression, anxiety, addiction - often stemming from underlying issues with codependency, low self-worth, family of origin issues, and unresolved trauma. I see individuals, couples, and adolescents. If appropriate, I like working with clients in a group setting where peer support and identification with others help clients feel less misunderstood, alone or different.

To the ones who struggle to love themselves because the voice in their head keeps telling them not to. To the adults who carry the scars of a rough childhood and the shame that comes with it. To the ones who seem like they have it all together, but are hiding their struggles with anxiety and depression behind a joke and smile. To the ones who were never taught how to deal with grief, anger, sadness, or fear and are coping the best way they know how. To the ones who were disowned or rejected by families or friends for who you love, who you are, or what you believe. I see your strength, I see your pain, and I see your courage.

Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness. -Desmond Tutu. Sometimes it is hard to be hopeful when we are faced with problems in our life. Oftentimes claiming hope is the first step towards overcoming challenges, whether they be depression or anxiety, relationship stressors, or accepting and flourishing as individuals with multiple identities. From the onset of our time working together, we will establish hope as a foundation. From there we can address whatever burdens you carry together, to give you the knowledge and skills you need to live fully and happily.

Closed presently. With a doctorate in clinical psychology and 25+ years experience, I enjoy working with adults (22yrs. & up) & couples. My approach is to help you clarify goals, then work as a team. Whether your goals may be to improve mood, relationships, or behaviors, I will likely show you various pathways to improvement, and then support your choices. (Exceptional Experience/Credentials! - former university professor teaching clinical psychology and psychotherapy to graduate students/practitioners at Mississippi State U.; former Chair of MS state Psychology Board -monitoring statewide...

Making the decision to seek counseling can be a tough one for many. Therapy is a process where you can learn, grow, and heal in ways you did not expect. Do you feel you struggle to be your true authentic self in the spaces that you occupy? Finding it hard to create and maintain boundaries with those closest to you? Maybe your own thoughts and feelings of stress and anxiety are hindering you from reaching what you feel is your full potential? My goal, as your therapist, is to help guide you through this process of self-discovery and healing.

Our ideal client is the woman who has been feeling overwhelmed with her emotions & has almost given up hope that she will be able to push forward. She not been completely comfortable going to see a therapist been completely comfortable going to see a therapist nor has she previously been able to prioritize her mental health.  We also work with African American adolescent girls who are struggling with self esteem, anxiety, depression and life transitions. We strive to engage, empower, and educate our clients rather they are looking for one on one therapy or products to guide them through the process.