I believe in being culturally aware of the difference experiences we all go through in work, school, relationships, or other areas in life. My therapitic style is authentic, resourceful, and strengths-based.

***I AM CURRENTLY OFFERING TELEHEALTH ONLY BEGINNING ON 3/16/20***I am a child & adolescent counselor specializing in treating behavioral and relationship problems. Often children are reacting to difficult life circumstances and need help processing their feelings. These problems can cause additional stress on the family and damage relationships. I work to help the child & family through the difficult time and repair relationships.

Have a relationship that's in trouble? Coping with a traumatic past? Overwhelmed by life changes? Struggling with depression, anxiety, or other emotional challenges? I have worked in the fields of psychology, education, and sociology for over 20 years. I've seen a lot in that time - from couples in crisis to veterans struggling with trauma to seniors facing grief, loss, and aging issues. I also have experience assisting youth and families involved with CPS, foster care, and the juvenile justice system.

Maybe you have an unexplained fear or sadness and you do not know why? Maybe you do know why, but that hasn’t helped you. Maybe you feel stressed and overwhelmed in your relationship(s) (wife, husband, partner, son, daughter, friend, or coworker). Maybe someone you loved has broken it off with you. Maybe someone dear to you has died. Maybe someone has hurt you. I know I have had such experiences. They are part life. What you, I, or anyone else must do is to be able to live with it in spite of our hardships. This is where I come in. You do not have to go through hardship alone. We were never meant to.

Mobile Couple and Family Counseling: Meeting couples and families, where they are. Serving Thurston, Mason, Pierce, Grays Harbor, Lewis counties, and JBLM. Therapy happens where the most lasting change can occur. Home-Based Couple and Family Therapy is seen as validated and convenient in today's fast paced world. For absolute confidentiality, home-based therapy is for you and your family. No waiting rooms or third-party information exchange - Just personalized psychological services in the comfort of your own home. Our goal is to strengthen your home and family. Secondary site and naturalistic settings therapy is available.

You're feeling overwhelmed, tired, maybe even frustrated at reaching your potential and dreams in life, including your relationships marriage, work, and friendships. You're feeling stressed and worried about life issues, and maybe issues of pain, grief, and disappointment of the past play into your daily life, and it is difficult to move forward, you struggle with being authentic in relationships. Your child is having behavioral problems and you are exhausted. As a seasoned Mental Health Counselor of 25 years, I consider it an honor to journey with you through the healing process.

Do you feel like your fears and worries keep you from the life you want? Do you feel stuck in a pattern or cycle you just can't get out of? If you want a change (even if you sometimes think it's impossible), together we can help you feel like you aren't always reacting to your emotions or circumstances, but making choices that move you towards more happiness and ease.

I provide treatment for: Depression, Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Phobia, Social Anxiety, Relationship Problems, Parent-Teenager Conflicts, Problems with Suicidal and/or Self-Injury Behavior and Sexual Impulse Control Issues. My goal in treatment is to provide an environment where my clients feel they have the support and validation they need to overcome the issues that lead them to seek out treatment.

The first step to healing is seeking self-discovery. Throughout life we often face several challenges that may seem to be too much to bear on our own and interferes in our quality of life. Focus Counseling was created to assist every day people who deal with life circumstances and gives them a safe place to explore their inner thoughts and feelings. My approach begins with building a trusting therapeutic relationship with clients and meeting them where they are. There is no right or wrong starting point !! and clients benefit from knowing they are supported every step of the way.

*I do not currently have any openings as my schedule and waitlist are both full.* The process of seeking and making the decision to come to counseling can be a challenging one. Through a warm and caring approach, my hope is to ease some of these concerns around starting our work together in order to build a strong therapeutic relationship that will aid you in progressing towards your goals. Since each person is unique, I strive to collaborate in a way that best meets your presenting concerns and goals for therapy, acknowledging the barriers that can impede you from being the person you’ve been wanting to be.

My Life's purpose is to facilitate the healing of as many people as possible, in the time I have in this world, to assist them in becoming more prosperous, have better relationships, resolve childhood issues, heal trauma and birth issues, recover from addictions, address fears and phobias, and heal emotional pain and their "story." I am an EMDR practitioner. I am an Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapist. I have training in hypnotherapy and other release techniques and group processes since 2001 and I am now bringing these healing techniques to my private clients and to groups. See my website for more details.

CHILD/ADOLESCENT THERAPIST Therapy does not have to be scary or mysterious - it is about learning skills and gaining insights that get you closer to feeling more you, feeling well and thriving. TEENS - Maybe you are not sure how someone you do not know yet can help you. I provide a respectful, transparent space in which you are better able to figure out what changes you want to make to improve your life. PARENTS & CAREGIVERS - if you are struggling with your child's behavior (age 4-7), I welcome the opportunity to partner with you to help get things back on track. Please do not hesitate to reach out and ask questions.

Are you looking for an Individual, Couples or Family Counselor that is unique? Your time and money is valuable, so, I use hypnosis to help you. I am a client-focused therapist and work from the foundation that all hypnosis is self hypnosis. I will help you find a solution to your current issue and train you to do it for yourself in the future. You will learn how to use the tools you need to become and stay well balanced. Whatever it is that you would like to change, let me help you to "do it with hypnosis".

I think there is opportunity for healing within the suffering we experience. Counseling can be a way to look directly at what is happening and how it impacts you. I think it is in this looking that growth and change happens. Areas of focus include: LGBTQIA+, self-growth, self-identity, anxiety, depression, boundaries, healthy relationships, mindfulness, spirituality, ex-religious, addiction, psychedelic integration, dreams, trauma, shadow-work, ecotherapy. Approach is client-centered, trauma-informed, diversity-inclusive; holistic, relational, existential-humanistic. Offering: counseling, professional consultation.

"There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you."--Maya Angelou. Let me help you rid the pain and suffering you have been carrying. I believe that no one therapy fits all and I will provide each client with the therapeutic approach that will work best for them.

No matter what a person is put through in life, the power to transform is infinite.

I believe success is achieved through continuous growth, both personally and professionally in order to perform at the highest level and achieve the results you desire. As a Navy SEAL, Special Forces Green Beret, Non-Profit CEO, Professional Coach, Speaker, Entrepreneur, husband and father, I draw from these challenges and experiences to inspire success in clients. I’m passionate about high level performance and inspiring others to create the success they’re striving for. Success comes in different shapes and sizes, but regardless of how you define success, you need the right strategy to achieve it. Let's find your path to success.

Are you lacking purpose, meaning, or direction in your life? Whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief over a loss, difficulties with one of your teenage children, or another concern, I would be happy to meet with you to explore therapeutic techniques that can help you overcome the challenges you face. My goal is to help you recognize and build on the strengths and unique gifts God has given you, and to help you see that Jesus Christ has a significant purpose and plan for your life. Together we will seek to find hope in the midst of your circumstances and strength to journey toward joy and peace.

HELPING PEOPLE DISCOVER NEW POSSIBILITIES! Do you want: Help overcoming challenges or issues your are facing? Help to experience more fulfilling and meaningful relationships? Help addressing anxiety, fear, depression or self esteem issues? Help with child mood /behavior problems? Help working through major life transitions? Help discovering your life passion, vision and goals? Help making a career change? I provide a supportive, non-judgmental, and confidential place where you can discover, learn and grow. We work together to explore issues and develop solutions to fit your needs so that you can experience a healthier and happier life.