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My Philosophy & Background
Mental Health Counseling and Coaching
As a therapist I am passionate about connecting and providing client centered solutions to enhance and support happiness & overall quality of life.
Often times, we struggle to see the forest for the trees and I enjoy helping clients pave a path with understanding, insight, and positive regard.
I have experience working with children, adults, families and couples dealing with life challenges & transitions, anxiety & depression, OCD, past or current trauma, PTSD, & adoption.
I particularly enjoy working with emerging adults in areas of communication barriers, self identity,
coping mechanisms, personal insight and growth.
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My Experience
Prior to entering my practicum experience, I had the opportunity to serve in my university mental health clinic as a counselor in training.
where I was able to practice individual and group therapy while on campus, serving a diverse population of university students.
During my practicum experience, I served in both a juvenile female inpatient center, as well as a juvenile boys home.
There I practiced individual and group therapy. Both populations included histories of complex trauma and culturally diverse backgrounds.
My group therapy had a special emphasis in anger management in relation to trauma, as well as communication skills and conflict resolution.
Throughout my bachelor and masters programs, I have dually worked as a competitive dance instructor/choreographer and high school varsity dance team coach. I have further researched and applied means of psychology based cohesive team building, team identity, conflict resolution, as well as extensive focus in sports performance anxiety, and self value.
Aiding and facilitating the maps necessary for others to better navigate their relationships and avenues are a large reason I have pursued, and have a passion for mental health and education.