I became a counselor to help others. Throughout my life I've received help in various ways, whether through counseling or coaching or simple kindness in a time of need. I found counseling as a meaningful way to help others understand themselves, heal, grow, alleviate suffering, and find a place of peace and acceptance.

I work well with people who may be new to therapy but they are considering change or recognize a need. If thinking of a range of need or issues, I've helped people experiencing feeling down and/or stressed with a need for warm support all the way to those in severe crisis including but not limited to suicide and self harm, persons with serious mental illness, and people in the worst times of their lives.

I'm excited to help people who want to evolve, grow, and understand themselves. I find helping people with personal growth and fulfillment to be very exciting, and this can take shape in so many different ways.

It's okay to be new. It's okay to be worried. It's okay to talk. You don't have to go through what you're going through alone.

Thriveworks is a large and eclectic organization that provides pathways for those seeking help and change. I've been very impressed with their structure and the professionals I've encountered. I'm excited about the opportunities present for helping others.

I'm inspired by what keeps people living and moving onward. As a counseling and forensic psychology professional, I have encountered so many people who lost sight of living and found their way again. Those journeys are amazing, and I'm privileged to be a part of them.

When we first meet, I check in and review with you our informed consent, expectations, and I ask you some questions about yourself and what you've been experiencing. I screen and assess with questions, and I ask you about your story and what brought you to counseling. We collaborate on goal development, a schedule, and safety. Most importantly, we begin a journey however brief or long and start to build rapport.

I want to address any questions you have, as well as understand what you seek and need as a client. We develop a baseline and a plan and grow from there in a flexible way that meets your needs.

I'm pleasant and kind. I will ask you about some things that you may have covered or been asked before with others. However, I work to put aside my assumptions because the less I assume, the more I can be a real help to you.

I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, and watching a variety of shows.

I'm a family man and proud dad with a sense of humor.