Every person has the tools to lead a fulfilling life, but those tools are at times temporarily inaccessible due to emotional, situational, and cognitive influences. I want to lead you through the process of identifying such influences removing them.
Every person has the tools to lead a fulfilling life, but those tools are at times temporarily inaccessible due to emotional, situational, and cognitive influences. I want to lead you through the process of identifying such influences removing them.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Indiana and a National Certified Counselor (NCC) intensively trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I also use a Trauma Focused approach.
Determine your values, related goals and changes you would like to make to live your life to the fullest. We will personalize the treatment approach based on your goals.
Determine your values, related goals and changes you would like to make to live your life to the fullest. We will personalize the treatment approach based on your goals.
I utilize cognitive-behavioral strategies integrated with acceptance and commitment therapy and exposure work. Treatment of OCD incorporates exposure and response prevention. I use limited virtual reality for some specific phobia exposure work.
work through self-criticism, perfectionism, & shame; shift automatic reactions into mindful & intentional choices; help you cope with pain, loss, anxiety, & trauma; And more effectively ask for what you want while saying no to what you don't want.
work through self-criticism, perfectionism, & shame; shift automatic reactions into mindful & intentional choices; help you cope with pain, loss, anxiety, & trauma; And more effectively ask for what you want while saying no to what you don't want.
My goal is to provide a safe, authentic, and collaborative space for you to better understand yourself and your goals, determine what is working for you and what may not be, and for you to feel emboldened to approach life in new and meaningful ways!
Together, we can address your individual needs. Most of us desire a life which is not in front of us. I would love the opportunity to walk with you through the changes you wish to make in your life.
Together, we can address your individual needs. Most of us desire a life which is not in front of us. I would love the opportunity to walk with you through the changes you wish to make in your life.
My approach consists of empowerment, validation, honesty, and compassion. I strive to create a safe and accepting environment for my clients. Building rapport with my clients is very important to me. I respect all humans as unique individuals.
We will discover your strengths, your values and motivators. We will uncover what is contributing to your suffering. Many times, it is unprocessed trauma, unhelpful beliefs or coping strategies, boundaries in relationships, or lack of self care.
We will discover your strengths, your values and motivators. We will uncover what is contributing to your suffering. Many times, it is unprocessed trauma, unhelpful beliefs or coping strategies, boundaries in relationships, or lack of self care.
My approach begins with an appreciation of my clients' bravery and courage for seeking assistance. I help my clients know they are not alone in their suffering, develop a greater sense of self awareness, self compassion and identify steps for change.