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Sometimes you just need someone to listen and be there. Everyone experiences difficult situations from time to time and counseling can help you keep things in perspective and maintain a hopeful outlook. I would describe myself as creative, flexible, results driven, and interested in lifelong learning.

Are you looking for a fresh approach to anxiety and/or depression? Are you grieving? Have you suffered trauma? I will be an attentive listener while you describe the problems in your life, and I will also offer you a unique set of skills tailored to your problem and your emotions. Sometimes just talking isn’t enough—you need help to know what to do differently. My nursing background helps me to see you as a whole person and to understand the relationship between your physical and emotional health.

I love the counseling profession. I feel privileged to be invited to share with others in their life journey. You may be at a point in your life where you need someone to support you as you strive to understand yourself or your relationships. You may want to make changes but don't know what you need or where to start. Together we can explore your needs, frustrations, and problems and make a plan to address those issues in a way that works for you.

I've worked with children and adults having a hard time living authentically or finding joy, questioning their identity, living with overwhelming guilt or shame, unable to find "forgiveness", battling assorted addictions, not performing their sport at expected level, other people's judgment weighing them down, can't concentrate on work or class, lacking motivation, grieving a loss of someone or something, Covid fatigue, chronic illness, heavy secrets, winter blues, frustrating political atmosphere... These are just some examples of what people battled who have found freedom in talk therapy/counseling with me.

"You've always had the power my dear, you just had to learn it for yourself." L. Frank Baum. Welcome to my page! I am a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, also certified in TF-CBT (Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and a Board Certified Licensed Professional Counselor. Throughout sessions, I treat my clients in a compassionate and professional manner, taking a collaborative approach to assist with empowerment in order to achieve personal and treatment plan goals. I offer a non-judgemental, safe space to work toward your specific goals.

Immediate availability before 4PM Monday through Thursday! Waitlist for evening availability. Going through changes is often an uncomfortable experience. In order to grow, pushing through our comfort zone is inevitable. When the future is unknown, we may freeze, experiencing heightened stress, anxiety, or depression. Through your counselling journey, I believe building trust and a healthy therapeutic alliance are key in becoming the best version of yourself. I utilize a holistic approach to treatment, integrating Cognitive Behavioral techniques with Person-Centered Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.

Healing isn’t easy & taking the first step of seeking a therapist takes a lot of courage. Healing involves being patient & kind with yourself, along with stepping out of your comfort zone in order to talk about tough things so you can grow. Often in life we are faced with many challenges and feel like we are just stuck. My role as your therapist is to help you sort out these emotions and experiences that have you feeling like you are hitting a wall. Together we will work to identify unhealthy patterns and develop skills to help you take control of your life.

I enjoy working with kids, teens and adults. I have worked many years with middle schoolers, but with kids in general. I work at Optimum Wellness Counseling - Belle Vernon and I am taking new clients at our location. My focus is CBT, DBT and person centered therapy. I focus my sessions on strength based techniques and work to help the client through identifying positive coping skills, mindfulness and grounding techniques. I want to see success and growth for my clients to help them thrive in an ever-changing world.

Are you struggling with trauma, anxiety, or the weight of past experiences? My ideal clients are individuals seeking solace and growth. They desire healing from emotional wounds, increased resilience, and a secure haven to unravel their thoughts and feelings to achieve grounding themselves in the present. Together, we'll work towards understanding your unique journey, unlocking the potential for healing, and fostering a path to emotional well-being.

We all have times when we feel like we’re on repeat, stuck, overwhelmed or stressed. I offer a safe and supportive environment to help you make positive changes in your life. While we work together, we’ll explore your goals and tailor therapy to your needs while focusing on your strengths as a basis for change. During my 25 years working with clients, I have worked in traditional outpatient settings and non-traditional settings such as PCP offices and schools.

We all need support at times and be proud of yourself for reaching out as it can be difficult. Stress, anxiety, depression, and trouble with life situations can lead to less satisfaction with life. Sometimes having healthy relationships and boundaries are difficult to achieve and having some help can make the process easier. I work with people who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma-related disorders, autism and ADHD.

My approach to counseling that life is often uncontrollable, but we can control how we respond, how we communicate, and how we navigate through complex social/personal/professional issues. I work primarily with teens, young adults, college students, and adults on a variety of difficulties such as anxiety, depression, suicide/suicidality, personality disorders, and career/workplace stressors.

I believe in empowering a greater sense of responsibility so a person can manage and cope with life's trials and difficulties. If you are an individual struggling with depression or anxiety, a couple seeking a greater bond after some form of crisis, or a family in need of resolving various forms of conflict, then I am confident I can assist you. I also have done a lot of work with military veterans. I chose this line of work in mid-life. My other real life experience includes: a dairy farmer, a quality control inspector in manufacturing, a high school teacher, and an MCSE in the computer field. I know what it is like out there.

If you’re looking for a safe place to discuss life challenges and to explore ways to better your overall sense of well-being, then entering therapy may be the right choice for you! I offer counseling for adults going through life transitions, grief-related issues, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ-related issues, as well as a range of other needs. I'm passionate about working with people who are hesitant to ask for help and feel that everyone, no matter who they are, really deserve someone to hear them. Entering therapy is a brave step. "If there is no struggle, there is no progress." - Frederick Douglass.

My focus is to help you identify and develop your individual goals in treatment. I will guide you to achieve those goals and find ways to better understand and overcome your barriers. I take a strength based approach to provide a safe space for you to share your concerns. I have experience working with a wide range of emotional and behavioral disorders including: anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, trauma, adjustment disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and family systems.

At certain points of our lives, we all experience feelings of anxiety and stress. Our mind becomes overwhelmed and fatigued, which in turn causes our bodies to feel run down. I believe in creating a safe therapeutic atmosphere for you to feel comfortable enough to explore the difficult thoughts and emotions that are a part of human existence. Therapy has the opportunity to create new pathways of growth and healing in your life. I believe we are all on our own individual journey in life. Sometimes we experience painful life circumstances that force us to sit with and feel difficult emotions. Part of my job is to help you find meaning

Let me pour you a cup of tea, and lets talk. Maybe you are feeling stuck, depressed, stressed, or anxious. There are lots of things in life that can get in the way of allowing us to be the best versions of ourselves. I take pride in being able to offer others the perspective necessary to develop deep insights into behavior patterns to move towards meaningful growth. I believe that our emotions our best teachers, and I like to support my clients in developing the willingness to sit with and learn from difficult emotions.

As a dedicated Licensed Social Worker, I am committed to providing compassionate and effective care for children, adolescents, young adults and adult facing various developmental, behavioral, and emotional challenges.

Starting therapy is hard, finding a therapist that is the right fit for YOU can feel daunting! Many people seeking therapy just feel stuck, unmotivated and lost. Others seek therapy to learn ways to cope with a specific event or life circumstance. Please know, I am happy to answer questions as you start this journey. Individuals seeking therapy with me will be open to learning ways of responding to themselves with kindness and love. You will be receptive to connecting the ways previous experiences inform current relationships. Ideally, you will come ready to feel challenged, heard and seen.