I began working in the corrections field shortly after college and during the time there, I interacted with many incarcerated people who may not have resulted to criminal behavior had they been able to access quality mental health care. I was inspired to become a therapist in hopes that my subsequent experience and expertise would help people from any walk of life feel empowered to take control of their mental health and lead productive lives.

I work best with clients who are motivated, open-minded and willing to engage in the treatment process.

I am excited to work with clients who are wanting to find solutions to issues related to depression, anxiety, and trauma.

I wish all clients knew that they already have the solutions to their problems and there is no shame in needing assitance with accessing those solutions during difficult times.

I chose Thriveworks because the platform would allow a further reach to clients with options to work in person, through telehealth, or through a hybrid schedule. I was also attracted to the company's approach to flexibility and incentives that are offered to therapists.

I am inspired by people who are committed to making their lives better and more enjoyable despite the circumstances they face. On a more personal note, I am directly inspired by therapists of color who are working in our communities to end the stigma of mental health that has kept people from appropriately and adequately addressing their mental health.

Clients can expect their first session to be about building rapport by talking about what makes them feel safe and supported, and what they want their treatment experience to look like.

I want to gather the necessary information to properly diagnose and engage the client in treatment planning.

Clients should know that I take a compassionate approach to helping them do what is necessary, even if it is not desired, to identify and implement effective solutions to their problems.

I like to spend time with family and friends, attending local events, and using creative writing to process my day/week.

My personality is consistent with everyone I encounter.

I worked with a client who entered the group therapy program with severe depression and suicide ideation due to finances and struggles with connecting to their purpose in life. We worked on identifying their values and challenging their negative self-beliefs to develop an action plan for them to begin living according to their values and to begin pursuing their career goals. When the client was discharged, they were very optimistic about their future and was no longer having suicide ideation.