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Is your teen struggling with low self-esteem, negative thoughts or even isolation?We all are capable of living fulfilling lives, sometimes we just need the tools to get there.  My experience working with teens and young adults have allowed me to be successful in helping teens change their mindset. My theoretical approach is primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) but I do believe in meeting the client where they are. My primary focus is working with teens and women who have experienced trauma in their lifetime. Let me help you become the best version of yourself, the version you have yet to imagine. 

I specialize in  working with children with behavioral issues and concerns. I have a way of connecting to children and teens that allows them to feel comfortable and safe to process their issues. 

Specialties: EMDR. Trauma Based therapy

I specialize in  behavioral concerns, grief, mood disorders, and trauma. I have worked in  the the psychology field for about 10 years. I have a master’s degree  in counseling/clinical mental health and currently completing my studies  in a clinical doctoral program in Chicago, Illinois.

If you feel  I can help you obtain your goals please do not hesitate to reach out to  schedule your in office or online appointment now. I am accepting same  week appointments at this time.

Are you someone  who struggles with anxiety, depression, self-doubt and negative  thoughts?  Do you sometimes feel like giving up and lack motivation or  support? We all deal with daily life struggles and sometimes it becomes  overwhelming.  Having someone meet you where you are on your healing  journey by helping you identify coping skills as well as assisting you  with identifying your triggers and behaviors is important during times  when you are unable to identify these things on your own.

I can  assist by listening to my client needs and staying focused on what my  client would like to gain from therapy. Focusing on the client is my top  priority so meeting them where they are will always be my mindset  during each session. Also, educating about behaviors, triggers, and the  importance of coping skills.

My ideal client  would  be open to my observations of their personality; one who knows  that I too can learn from them, not only the other way around; who is a  good historian and willing to be compliant in sharing pertinent factors  to their recovery; one with whom I can establish a basis of mutual trust  and who understands that my role as a therapist is not to only tell  them what they want to hear; one who can appreciate a good sense of  humor;  one who is willing to apply my experience, strength and hope to  their situation; one who is open to the importance of accepting life on  life's terms, particularly the will of God.

Whether or  not it's about addiction, I view ACCEPTANCE as the central key to  handling our issues or as I once read, "our pain isn't so much in our  problems but in our resistance to problems." As for addiction, I can sum  it up by saying when you've found your bottom, then the only way is up.  Until then you just have more research to do.

I work with young  people ages 3- 22 who have suffered loss: home, parent or loved one and  other traumas. These young people often suffer with anxiety,  depression, confusion, PTSD as well as some obsessive-compulsive  tendencies. I work with those who have suicidal ideation, who struggle  to overcome their prior trauma. They may not be aware the trauma is  impacting and influencing their thoughts and behaviors today.

I offer  evidence based therapy, utilizing techniques from Play Therapy,  Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, as well as Family Therapy and experiential  therapies. I offer empathy in a safe space where you can learn to  process as well as cope with your prior experience; to consolidate those  experiences into who you are now.

If you have  experienced trauma - on any scale, I have been trained to approach your  circumstance in an understanding way. I have gained knowledge from my  own life experience which allows for greater empathy toward those who  feel as though they have no voice, feel isolated, victimized or who  simply need support. Please contact me for availability.

I have experience  in child welfare and schools. These areas have provided me with  expertise in helping clients manage their life stressors and develop  positive coping skills. My warm, but direct approach will help you  address your concerns and develop positive solutions to navigate life in  the healthiest way possible.

The place  of discomfort can be very unpleasing, and that I can relate. You are not  alone in this fight. Treat yourself right by starting today! I  empathize with you and where you are currently. Life can be very  difficult to manage, but there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Hope  is realistic!

I am dedicated, committed, and highly passionate Licensed Social Worker.  I have an array of experience working with all age groups from early  childhood and beyond. I have worked with individuals and families from  various social and economic backgrounds, cultures, Spiritual  backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. I am experienced  working with trauma, grief/loss, anxiety, depression, domestic violence,  victims of child abuse and neglect, amongst other mental health issues.   I have dedicated a large portion of my career to working with  children and adolescents with behavioral issues.