My Focus Areas
My Therapy Style
I identify as a compassionate counselor. Outside of Mindfulness practices, I work with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a specific niche of CBT called Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy. I use this to hone in on core irrational beliefs and to reframe them through cognitive restructuring. This clinical approach is supported by research on neuroplasticity.
Education & Training
MS - Mental Health Counseling, Nova Southeastern University
Get to Know Me
Why did you become a mental health professional?
To help others who have struggled with issues of low self-esteem and self-worth, anxiety, depression, and unhealthy coping skills to learn how to love themselves better and function more fully within their lives.
What are your interests outside of work?
My dogs, hiking, traveling, and being a foodie.
What is one thing you do daily that supports your well-being?
Taking moments of the busy day to be present in what I'm doing, such as enjoying a cup of coffee and petting my dog. This helps me to maintain gratitude for the little things and to remember to celebrate small victories.
What book have you read more than once?
Kristen Neff, PhD book Self-Compassion because it has truly helped to better understand the differences between self-esteem and self-compassion so as to improve self-esteem in the healthiest ways possible.
Favorite organization/non-profit?
The Humane Society due to my love of animals.
How do you recharge?
Sleeping in, taking vacations, get-togethers with friends, going to a concert, relaxing, or enjoying a good meal (that's not rushed!)
Do you have any pets?
I have three dogs that are mostly of the Husky variety. I love huskies and their personalities. Too many cute stories to only pick one!
