I am a mental health counselor licensed in Georgia (LPC) with 15 + years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, improving motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I value the importance of accepting the client where they are at, focusing on what the clients’ goals are, not what I think their goals should be, and most importantly, not judging my client’s behaviors. If I perceive my clients behaviors may not be helpful or may be maladaptive, then I will directly check in with them and request permission from them to discuss the impact of their behavior. I find that this helps maintain trust and continued positive rapport during sessions.
Additional areas of focus: Grief, Coaching, Blended family issues, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Personality disorders, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
GA LPC LPC011109