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I like that I can provide therapy to those who would generally not seek help. The stigma attached can be a deterrent to good mental wellness as well as cultural conditioning, tradition, and limited access. It is important for the therapist to understand the cultural language being spoken even before a word is uttered. When you feel understood, you feel empowered. I offer a safe space without judgment. Welcome to my place!
My approach
I work from the past to the present. This method helps to find out why and how events from the past affect today. If past experiences do not enhance, encourage or lift you, leave them on the conveyor belt of life. It is baggage, but not yours to carry. My therapeutic approaches are trauma-focused, client-centered, brief solution therapy, cognitive behavioral, and other evidenced based techniques.
My focus
I am a trauma-focused therapist with extensive training and experience treating persons with PTSD, anxiety, depression, formerly incarcerated persons, women's issues, conflict resolution, and life coaching.
My communication style
My counseling style is that of a teacher. I am empathetic and acknowledge emotional pain, but I will challenge you to push towards your open door of healing. I provide the tools, but you are the healer.
My journey to mental healthcare
I became interested in mental health to understand certain behaviors I saw play out in my childhood. I didn't understand how traumatic events could alter your outlook on life. My goal is to not leave anyone the way that I found them but better because our paths crossed.
My goals for you
Together we map out the journey with checkpoints and destinations. The issues may be complex and overwhelming. The goal is not to retraumatize the client but to be deliberate in goal setting. It's like peeling an onion layer by layer. This could mean taking a break from therapy, returning when ready to peel the next layer. Healing is a process.
My first session with you
Superb information-gathering and active listening skills are the two most powerful tools a therapist can possess. During our first session, the client can expect me to ask questions and listen. My favorite response was, "Let's stick a pin in that."
