I spent the first part of my career working with children in high risk environments. This has included abuse, trauma, neglect, and abandonment. Since then I have expanded to work with individuals of all ages. Even so, I have not lost focus on the idea that the experiences during our early years shape our worldview as adults. When someone is traumatized, their whole life can begin to revolve around that event. My hope for all of my clients is that they are able to integrate all of their experiences into a cohesive self concept. By doing this, they will be able to understand the underpinnings of their reactions and emotional shifts. With this information in hand, I believe, we are all best equipped to face our own unique challenges.
Despite the sometimes huge impact of childhood trauma, I believe that all of us have an innate capacity for growth. This growth is reflected in our emotional maturity, spiritual practice, and ability to realize our goals. I know from my own experience that my faith has been instrumental in overcoming difficulties in my own life. Personally I believe that the more we integrate all the spheres of our life, the better we become at reaching our goals.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Attachment issues, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic brain injury, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy
AZ LCSW LCSW-22005
IL LCSW 149.025746
TN LCSW 7168
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Aaron was really understanding and listen to everything I had to say even though sometimes it didn’t make sense to me. He was able to listen and understand. Also give solutions. I really appreciate Aaron for everything.
Written on May 26, 2024 after therapy with Aaron for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and sleeping disorders
Aaron a terrific listener, but more importantly is very skilled at identifying the overarching issue and helping guide into steps towards healing.
Written on Apr 29, 2024 after therapy with Aaron for 2 months on issues concerning family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Very easy to connect with, emotionally engaged, welcoming, knowledgeable and experienced in the field, looking forward to continued work with Aaron.
Written on Mar 11, 2024 after therapy with Aaron for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
I have never done therapy.. Aaron has been super helpful and very understanding with my situation. I don’t regret doing this. With his knowledge and support I know I will be different. As in taking thing and looking at things with a different approach.
Written on Feb 14, 2024 after therapy with Aaron for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder
Aaron has been a great help with helping me deal with the tough decisions I have to make and with understanding how to become a better person for the people in my life.
Written on Feb 05, 2024 after therapy with Aaron for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Aaron is an excellent listener and very thoughtful, honest guy. Meeting with him weekly has been time very well spent. He offers support, strategies, and sound judgement. He has shown flexibility and grace when I've had crisis, and reaches out weekly with messages to check in. He really puts me first. Aaron for the win!
Written on Feb 05, 2024 after therapy with Aaron for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and adhd