I am licensed in Virginia with over 10 years of experiencing working with children, adolescents, teens, and families. I have experience in with many topics including anxiety, depression, adjustment, behavior management, family relationships, and suicide and threat assessment. I would describe my therapy style as pretty laid back and informal, however I am comfortable challenging negative thought and behaviors when needed. One of my favorite things about being a therapist is working with someone who has never had therapy before. I take great pride in being able to build rapport and positive relationships with people, so they don't view therapy as something scary or punitive. I firmly believe that therapy is for everyone, and everyone can benefit from therapy and I'm very excited to work with you.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes, Caregiver issues and stress, Family problems, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing
VA LCSW 0904015098