Letter of Introduction:

As a therapist my job is to reach out my hand (metaphorically speaking) and help our patients get on their feet. I do this by developing a safe collaborative relationship and by recognizing our common humanity. It has been an honor to work with people from a variety of backgrounds and challenges in life and I look forward to helping our patients at University Medical Specialties.

 

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Availability:

Monday:               9 – 3 pm

Tuesday:              8 – 11am; 1:00 – 3pm

Wednesday:        8 – 10:00am; 3:00 – 5:00pm

Thursday:            8 – 12:00pm

Friday:                 8 – 12pm

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Who I work with:

• Addiction

• ADHD

• Bipolar

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Trauma

• Eating Disorders

• Grief & Loss

• Life Transitions

 

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Age Groups:

• Adolescents / Teenagers (13 to 19)

• Adults

• Elders (65+)

 

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Treatment Approaches:

• Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy

• Person-Centered Therapy

• Existential Therapy

 

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Educational Background:

Bachelor of Science                            Psychology                                               2012

Andrews University

 

Master of Arts                                      Clinical Mental Health Counseling        2015

Andrews University

 

Doctor of Philosophy                           Counseling Psychology                           In-Progress

Andrews University

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It takes courage to reach out for help. At times we all need support. As a therapist my job is to reach out my hand and to help you get on your feet.

 

I began working as a counselor at University Medical Specialties in 2015 and I’m currently pursuing a PhD in Counseling Psychology. I see psychotherapy as a partnership between the therapist and the patient and I believe that healing occurs within the context of a healthy therapeutic relationship.

 

When we meet, our first task will be to determine where you are now and how you got there. That means I will ask about your current symptoms along with your history. From there I’ll make a provisional diagnosis and we’ll work collaboratively to set goals and create a treatment plan so that we can address the challenges you’re facing.

 

I look forward to getting to know you and undertaking this journey together.