I firmly believe that we are all capable of creating our own meaning from life's challenges. I am dedicated to honoring the unique background and cultural intersectionality of every client.  I aim to bring a sense of safety and calmness to each session to create the space required to handle life's difficulties. I often utilize humor and gentle-challenge in helping people achieve their goals. I adapt my approach to each client's needs while exploring ways to change the patterns that keep people stuck. I recognize that where we come from impacts where we are and I work with people to determine their own path forward towards their own personal version of healing.

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I chose my Master's program due to it placing an emphasis on social justice and multicultural competence within counseling. I began work with Hereba Mental Health Counseling as a practicum student and remained there until its closure. During my time under supervision, I was encouraged to explore my interests within the field and worked to find my niche. I tend to take a combination of approaches as a counselor, including but not limited to existential, ACT, CBT, ERP, and person-centered approaches.

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I am passionate about working with people dealing with OCD, anxiety, panic, life transitions and/or a history of trauma. I deeply enjoy working with folks in the LGBTQ+ community. I operate from a framework that recognizes the impact of societal, cultural, and environmental forces on a person's overall well being.

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I believe that self-care must include being true to ourselves and engaging in activities that fuel us. For me, this includes spending time with my loved ones, making time for travel, exploring the great outdoors, reading, working on craft projects, and video creation.

 

Education

• Antioch University, New England - Masters of Arts, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Certificate in Trauma Counseling

• ​Bridgewater State University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology​
   

Memberships

• American Counseling Association​
   

Certificates and Professional Development

• NYS Certified Mandated Reporter

• Trauma and Self-Harm: Increase Safety with a New Approach to Cutting, Bingeing, and Addictive Behaviors Course

• Integrate CBT and Exposure & Response Prevention for Treatment of GAD, Panic Disorder, OCD, Social Anxiety, & Phobias Course

• Treating Complex Trauma with Internal Family Systems Course

• John Hopkins Psychological First Aid Course