I believe in being with people in difficult times and helping them work on addressing challenges that hold them back from being happy. Change can be a painful process, and I don't believe anyone should have to go through it alone. Especially if what they need is someone to listen to them and be there for them.

I work best with clients who are aware that they want to change something in their lives, but who may need help addressing what that change is.

I am most excited to work with clients who have a sense of humor.

I wish all clients knew that seeking mental health treatment is not a sign of weakness, but of strength. Collapsing beneath our burdens is not stronger than being willing to share that same burden. Being open and vulnerable is scary and I respect anyone willing to open up about what they're going through.

I chose to practice at Thriveworks because of how supportive they are of their counselors and their clients. By supporting both we have the opportunity to have better outcomes in general. I also like that they offer weekend and evening hours, which allows me to the opportunity to meet with more people on their schedule.

I am inspired by my clients and their ability to work through adversity. Their dedication to change despite how difficult change is in general reminds me of why I do this work. I am also inspired by watching people grow and change over time.

My clients can expect a person-centered model where we work on developing a treatment plan to address what goals they want to work on. They can also expect a safe space where they can share whatever is on their mind without judgement or scorn. I strive for an open environment so that we can explore what led the client to seek services.

By the end of the first session I would like to be able to have an idea of what brought an individual into treatment, what they would like to work on in the long-term, and one thing to work on between sessions: Be that a worksheet, a new coping skill, or discovering a new joke.

What clients should know before scheduling a first counseling session with me, is that while I may joke around sometimes, I am 100% dedicated to helping my clients. I am willing to meet you where you are and work with you at your pace.

In my free time I like to hang out with my cat, watching new Anime's or TV shows. I also write fiction in my free time, which is one of the reasons I like Narrative Therapy. I am just generally a nerd, and happy to be one.

My best defining trait is my tenacity. If when the going gets tough, I don't give up.