My Strengths as a Therapist

I will be your personal mental health consultant, blending solution-focused and cognitive-behavioral interventions with support, information, and guidance until you develop the new skills and resources you need and are living a happier, more satisfying life. 

I can help if you are having trouble with: 

• Anxiety and panic
• Depression and sadness
• Mood swings and irritability
• Impulsive and compulsive behavior
• Effects of trauma and/or abuse
• Specific fears and phobias

I can help you improve your ability to deal with challenges such as:

• Avoidance and procrastination
• Parenting problems
• Communication issues
• Relationship differences
• Handling conflict
• Difficulty relaxing your mind and body
• Problem-solving and goal setting 
• Technology-related stress

I also work well helping people with:

• Navigating life transitions
• Exploring career options
• Social awkwardness or isolation
• Examining meaning and purpose
• Identifying values and priorities
• Spiritual concerns

I relate well to teens and young adults because I understand technology and how it impacts their daily lives including:

• PC/console and online video games (E-sports, FPS, MMOs, etc)
• Social media (Facebook, YouTube, Tumblr, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, etc)
• Texting and online IM/chat services
• Blogging and vlogging
• Virtual economies
• Cyberbullying
• Overuse disorders