Human behavior always fascinated me. Not so much the why of it, but what happened in their life that taught some people to behave the way they did. As an RN, I noticed that once patients were made aware of what was the thinking that resulted in some of their behaviors, they became much less angry, anxious, and non-compliant with treatment.

Any client that has the courage to come to therapy excites me. They are to be admired and told they are courageous for taking that step of asking for help.

Nothing the client says or does will result in negative judgment. Therapy is a safe place. It should be safe enough to tell the therapist if you are angry or disappointed in them, without fear of the therapist "not liking you."

The organization is well-organized, has a good reputation, and onboarding has been very impressive.

The kindness of others to help those in need. People who listen without judgment. People who disagree with your views on some subject vehemently, but still laugh at your jokes and hug you goodbye when you part.

I will explain, briefly, how I see my responsibilities in treatment and their responsibilities. I will explain the limitations of confidentiality and the difference between that and privacy. I will describe how I conceptualize issues from a cognitive behavioral perspective, and how that means that we will have a collaborative relationship. I will explain the limitation of therapy and inform them that I am not a miracle worker, I can make mistakes, they can tell me when they are angry at me, and ask me questions too.

I will set initial goals with every client in the first session. They will be very specific, measurable, and time-limited. I want the client to schedule a second session.

I am a Licensed Psychologist. I work from a Cognitive-Behavioral perspective. Goal setting is a priority to reach a successful outcome. I admire every client who enters therapy because it is not an easy thing to do.

I love to cook. I also love to eat what I cook and what others eat what I have cooked. I am also a voracious reader. Mysteries, biographies, and cookbooks (of course!).

I have been told that I am very easygoing and flexible. Change, even last-minute changes do not bother me. I am also a very good listener. I believe silence is golden.