I am a licensed professional counselor with a mental health designation, in South Dakota with 30 years of experience in the field. I specialize in helping clients navigate caregiver stress, anxiety, grief, loss, depression, life transitions, and compassion fatigue. My approach focuses on creating a compassionate, open, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe to express their thoughts and emotions. Seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage, and I am here to support and empower you as you take those first steps toward meaningful change
Additional areas of focus: Aging and geriatric issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy
SD LPC-MH LPC-MH30757