I’ve always had the desire to help people in a one-on-one setting that allows the individual to fully engage in an authentic manner. The ability to create this type of environment is a unique experience and a special privilege. Through this medium of interaction, I can meet people underneath layers of social expectations, personas, and masks. This gives me a transparent view of people’s values and beliefs, so we can work towards helping them live fulfilling, meaningful lives.

Therapists are not perfect, and for that matter, nobody is. We are all human, and therapists just want the best for their clients. You are not alone in what you’ve felt or experienced, and these commonalities allow therapists to become more effective at helping people with certain struggles.

The opportunity to work for a growing network that is actively adapting to our culture was too enticing of an opportunity to pass up. Thriveworks is on the cutting edge of counseling services with mental health blogs in addition to virtual counseling.

Having the opportunity to help someone significantly improve their life every day is what motivates me to achieve my potential as a therapist.

The first session is an opportunity to lay the groundwork for a strong therapeutic relationship. This means I will try to understand your life in a multi-faceted manner, which includes everything from your current living situation to your goals in life, not just therapy. I personally dislike the feeling of being “evaluated,” so I try to minimize that feeling for others as much as possible. We will have an open conversation that will allow you to get to know my therapeutic style and whether you foresee us being a good fit moving forward.

I enjoy watching sports, hiking, working out, reading, and meditating among other things. I try to go to at least one Georgia football game every year.