As a therapist, I provide mental health services to diverse and underserved populations, including adults, seniors, and LGBTQ+ individuals. I have over 8 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Alabama, Arizona, Illinois, and Utah.
My mission is to help my clients cope with various challenges and improve their well-being, using the biopsychosocial model that examines the interconnection between biology, psychology, and socio-environmental factors. I employ evidence-based treatment modalities, such as dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused CBT. I also have extensive training in geriatric assessment of cognitive and physical functioning, and I enjoy working with older adults. Additionally, I am a certified clinical supervisor with the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners, and I mentor and support other social workers in their professional development.
Additional areas of focus: Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Aging and geriatric issues, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
UT LCSW 13483359-3501
AL LICSW 3890C
AZ LCSW LCSW-18192