Feeling depressed and hopeless? I'd like to help you get hope back into your life. It's like being in a race that just doesn't end. Leave that race and get into a life that revives you. Marriage in trouble? I can help find ways to keep it together. Family broken by addiction, teenager's anger, or finances? Let's work together to piece it back together. I'd like to help you start today in that long journey back together again.

Life can be extremely difficult to navigate at times, especially when going through major life transitions. An effective way to deal with a low amount of self-compassion is by finding a way to relate differently to the inner critical voice. I work with adults and adolescents experiencing issues including family conflict, depression, anxiety, stress-related issues, Grief and Loss, communication challenges, self-esteem, and many more. I am equipped with a variety of techniques that promote both verbal and non-verbal expression in a way that is therapeutic rather than stigmatizing.

My mission over the last 26 years and in developing and opening Comprehensive Counseling Services, LLC is to be able to provide counseling in a way that will reach as many individuals in need. My fundamental view is, “Counseling ought to fit into people’s lives, not interfere.” “Counseling ought to be available to all regardless of any and all emotional & mental health needs.” If you have been turned away before due to your specific needs, including; mental health needs and/or circumstance, the appointment times that just don’t fit your schedule or due to financial concerns, you have my promise that, I will "NOT TURN YOU AWAY".

I became a Marriage and Family Therapist because I enjoy processing with individuals and listening to personal journeys to find a resolution. I was a High School performance art major and find this skill set benefical in providing supports through visual cues using various therapeutic approaches and modalities. I specialize in working with children and families in child welfare. I enjoy working with young children and teens as these are challenging developmental years, trauma and distress from systemic and familial patterns of behaviors, coupled with low parenting, coping, decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Healing is a process that begins with your decision to act. You do not have to be in pain alone. A professional therapist can guide and support your journey through skilled, evidenced-based techniques. I am a Licensed Counselor with more than fifteen years of experience with children, adolescents, and adults with a broad range of concerns. I am a compassionate listener and my main goal is to help you find your solid center and emotional balance. I am intuitively skilled at cutting through confusing dynamics and reactivity to identify core issues.

Life can be complicated. It's like a knot with no obvious way to untie it. Days can be lonely, tiring, and confusing. BUT, burdens lighten when someone walks beside you and feels your pain. As your therapist, I will listen to your woes, ask insightful questions, and help you tap into long forgotten resources. With me, you will see results where you say, "Aha!" Join me! Watch your eyes sparkle with hope and your steps get lighter. I will help you untie that knot, reach your goals, embrace new possibilities, and live life with purpose and power.

**NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Reaching out for help can be overwhelming and challenging. I am here to make that process less stressful. I create an open-minded, non-judgmental, therapeutic space for you to express yourself completely. As your therapist, I will listen to your story, needs, and goals. We will work together to create a comprehensive plan to address your concerns. This plan may involve: learning new coping skills, obtaining education and resources, and processing your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors regarding your concerns.

Tired of struggling with unhappiness, loneliness, or hopelessness? Exhausted from dealing with conflict or with trying to make a change? Overwhelmed by anger, fear, frustration, regret, or worry? I can help you learn to love and accept yourself, find the path to a fulfilling life, feel more connected in your relationships, and create a more calm and peaceful home.

I love working with the go-getters and trailblazers of the world! Academic women in STEM, Gifted & Talented individuals, entrepreneurs, people who don't quite fit in with society, misunderstood adolescents- to name a few. I help people to rise above toxic stress, and live more fulfilled lives. My main specialty is healing the effects of toxic stress and anxiety. I use cutting edge tools rooted in brain science that rewire neural connections in the brain to help people no longer be held back by old patterns, negative thoughts, and self-doubt. This approach has long lasting results, and takes less effort to maintain over time.

Life can be stressful at times. Whether you are facing daily life stressors or longtime mental illness, I am here to help you. It may be family conflicts, finances, school or work stress, depression, anxiety, grief or trauma. I believe each person is the expert on their own life. I enjoy collaborating with my clients to facilitate change and improvement in overall wellness. I will work with you to achieve emotional, physical, spiritual, social and mental health.

Do you find yourself asking questions like this: Why can't I ever relax? Why do I lack motivation or confidence? Why do I allow myself to be treated badly by my partners? How do I overcome this anger I feel about the injustices I am facing? How can my partner and I learn to resolve arguments without hurting each other?

Congratulations! You have taken the first step on the journey to a new beginning. Change is hard but it is not impossible and we are passionate about helping individuals change the landscape of their lives. Balance equals Happiness, and our clinicians will help you navigate the path that leads to self-discovery and self-acceptance. The balance that you desire is within reach. LCCG provides a safe, unrestricted and non-judgmental environment. Our clinicians will assist you in developing and implementing the appropriate coping skills to bring about positive change.

Over the course of my career, I have been drawn to journey with people in a wide variety of crises in order to assist them in that crisis and out of it. This includes: past/current trauma and abuse, anxiety and depression, crisis pregnancies, and eating disorder recovery at all treatment levels. I have provided pre-marital and marriage counseling. I have worked with families as a group and also individually, including very young children, teens and the elderly. I am very goal oriented in my approach. I want to know what you hope to achieve and together how we can find the changes you hope to have and make them yours.

Do you feel like your life is out of control? Are you having trouble meeting expectations? Feeling stuck or wondering how you got here? Do you find yourself asking, “What’s wrong with me?” Do you struggle with who you are vs. who you would like to be?

Depressed? Anxious? Family issues or phase of life concerns? I would like for you to come to a place where you will find warmth and acceptance in a friendly atmosphere. You will enter an atmosphere without judgment. Here is a place where you can be genuine and feel at home. Let's work on becoming a better you! Let's make that first step together. My passion is making the family and relationships whole. I specialize in premarital, marital and divorce counseling along with family therapy.

With over 30 years of experience as a clinician, I enjoy working with a variety of concerns. I have expertise in the areas of depression, anxiety, relationships, stress management, grief and trauma. I am a certified EMDR therapist, trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and am a CISM (Critical Incident Stress Management) professional. I am also available for workshops and trainings in employment settings.

I believe that in life there are a lot of twists and turns that sometimes lead us to the therapy room. My goal is to help you identify the paths that led you to the therapy room and which paths to go down for you to be more aligned with your preferred life goals. I foster an inviting, inclusive, and supportive environment for clients to feel safe exploring and creating the change they hope to achieve. As a marriage and family therapist, I work with individuals, couples, and families to address any difficulties they might be experiencing.

Clarity Counseling was created with the patient in mind. We are a group of Clinical Social Workers specializing in many different areas including trauma, mood disorders, major mental illness, severe persistent mental illness, family conflicts, couples' counseling, life adjustments and child and adolescent behavioral concerns. We work together with you to explore the identified issues and highlight treatment goals that feel obtainable to you. Clarity Counseling therapists have experience with all age groups from children to the elderly. We are most interested in making you feel comfortable so that maximum progress may be achieved together.

With over 20 years experience as a clinician, I enjoy working with a variety of concerns. I have expertise in the areas of family and marriage, relationships, depression, PTSD, stress management, grief and trauma as well as individual and couple issues. I am a certified Traumatologist and a certified Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist. I traveled to New York City to assist families impacted by the 9/11 attacks and have assisted in local and regional tragedies. I am also available for workshops, seminars, and trainings for agencies, organizations and businesses needing employee development.