"Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul, and sings the tune without words, and never stops at all."

​-Emily Dickinson
You may have come to this site for a lot of different reasons: You may be going through a transition, find yourself worn down by depression or worry, don't know how to handle a new situation, are worn out by the problems of someone you love. Something is getting in the way of your growth as a person. It's time for a change.
 
Let me tell you a bit about how I approach therapy.
 
I begin with exploration. I want to know in what areas you are struggling, and where your strengths and resources reside. I want to know what you want your life to look and feel like when you have completed therapy. In our work together, we will draw connections to your values, strengths, and resources to initiate the change you want in your life.


I believe in your capacity to grow, heal, & change.
 

I have experience working with:
  • individuals who feel "stuck" and need support to motivate to make behavior or life changes
  • individuals with Depression, Anxiety, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Bipolar Disorder
  • military veterans ranging from Vietnam to those adjusting to home from recent deployment (OEF/OIF/OND) 
  • individuals struggling with substance abuse
  • people who are struggling with a family member's behaviors- whether they are due to substance abuse or other challenging condition with their health or mental health
  • children of parents who have suffered addiction or mental illness, or inversely,
  • parents of children who are struggling with addiction or mental illness
  • adjustment to parenting, postpartum depression
  • insomnia
“If an organism is stuck in survival mode, its energies are focused on fighting off unseen enemies, which leaves no room for nurture, care, and love.” 
~Bessel van der Kolk

Sometimes we get switched into survival mode without realizing it. Let's get you unstuck from survival mode, and into living your life. 



Call me or email to learn more. It's a great idea  to interview a therapist to see if they are a good fit. I'd like to hear what you are seeking so we can decide together if I am the right therapist for you. Initial phone consultation is free.

I am paneled with Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Medicare, Aetna, TriCare, accept Private Pay.

828-279-4985