I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and Certified Clinical Supervisor with 14 years of experience in treating substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. I have worked directly with clients and as a clinical supervisor in residential, outpatient, and intensive outpatient programs.
Clinical modalities include client-centered, strengths-based, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing. I am also trained in The Matrix Model and Moral Resonation Therapy (MRT) group facilitation models.
My clinical approach is client directed focusing on their needs, barriers, and strengths in order to help them achieve their individual goals. I enjoy engaging in positive therapeutic relationships that help improve overall quality of life.
Modalities/Therapeutic Tools Used: Strengths-Based Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT), Motivational Interviewing(MI), Rational Emotive Therapy, Client Centered
Disorders Treated: PTSD, Co-occurring Disorder, Anxiety, Substance Use, Mood Disorder, Major Depression