“your soul is inflamed. good. pay attention. find water. come inside.” - Nayyirah Waheed
If you’re anything like me, when you’re looking for a therapist what you really want to know is: 1) Does this person actually know what they’re doing?, and 2) Will I like working with them? I’ll do my best to answer these questions here, but please take advantage of my free 15 minute phone consultation! My website can only say so much about me as a therapist. I’d love nothing more than to talk with you, so that you can figure out if I’m the best fit for you.
Do I know what I’m doing? Yes! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been practicing in a clinical capacity for almost 20 years. I began my career in community mental health, went on to work in a therapeutic school as a family therapist, and also worked in a middle school as a school social worker. In addition, throughout this time I worked with clients in a private practice setting. I have extensive experience working with adults, children, and families. I draw from a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness / self-compassion, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I am trained in EMDR specifically for the perinatal population, and am also certified in Perinatal Mental Health.
During my clinical career I have worked with women as they navigate many of their varying roles - whether it was a mom of a child or teenager I was working with, or an individual client. Throughout all of this experience I developed a passion for working with women, and helping them find the healing, growth, and change they desire. As a woman and mother, I understand the unique challenges we face. I like that when working with women not only can I offer my clinical skills, but I can also relate on a personal level. Women face so much pressure, both internally and externally, and I know what that’s like. That being said, your story and experiences are uniquely your own, and I will honor that as we enter this journey together.
Will you like working with me? I hope so! I will offer you a warm and non-judgmental space where we can collaboratively work towards your goals. It is a joy and privilege to help my clients become their most authentic selves, better able to more fully engage in a fulfilling life that they have cultivated.