I work with adolescents, teens, and adults of all ages that are looking to make changes in their lives. Whether you’re an experienced therapy-goer, or just trying therapy for the first time, I look forward to meeting with you and exploring what the next step is for you.
When you’re evaluating if a new therapist might be a good fit for you, your child, or your family, I believe it’s important to have an idea about that therapist’s approach to treatment. I hope the chart below will help you understand more about how I work.
| Things I aim to accomplish in my work | Things I avoid in my work |
|---|---|
| Providing a non-judgmental, supportive environment | Making you feel that there is something “wrong” with you |
| Talking with you in everyday language about what’s going on in your life | Using “psycho-babble” that leaves you more confused than you started |
| Using a flexible approach that we have determined together to be best for you | Using a blanket approach that leaves little room for individual differences |
| Providing practical advice when requested | Telling you what you “should” do |
| Treating you with respect and dignity | Making you feel small or foolish |
| Helping you look forward to your appointment every week | Placing demands on you that leave you dreading your next appointment |
I draw from a number of therapeutic approaches in my work, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
I am originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and I’ve lived in quite a few cities around the country before coming to settle in Raleigh. I received my BA in Psychology from Northwestern University in 2009, and completed my Master’s in Social Work at Boston College in 2013. I have 10 years of experience working as a family and individual therapist. My current license is with the North Carolina Social Work Board as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (License #C010367.) I am also currently licensed in Georgia and Virginia and can provide telehealth services to clients in those states.
In my free time, I enjoy swimming and playing floorball. I very much enjoy board games of all varieties and am an avid collector. I love animals and am a proud owner of two cats, Corwin and Totoro.
If you’d like to schedule your first session or if you’re interested in a free consultation, please contact me at (414)573-8144 or visit the “Contact Me” tab above.
Purple Phoenix Counseling 