I'm straight forward and you won't have to guess my meaning. I'm a Southerner so I believe in kindness and good manners.

I believe in honesty and listening. I believe in meeting people where they are and, with support, letting my clients lead the way. I guess you could say that my clients drive the bus, but I make sure we don't get lost.

My clients have learned that our sessions are about what they want to discuss unless it seems that they are avoiding what actually needs to be addressed. I can be patient, but I won't allow avoidance. Every session needs to be real.

I have been able to help clients who have mood disorders such as depressiom and anxiety as well as anxiety. I have had particular success working with children and families.