When I was in the 9th grade, I was one of two students from every class that were selected by their classmates to become Natural Helpers. We received training in the skills of active listening, mediation and problem-solving. Little did I know that this experience would lead me to where I am today, as a counselor and therapist for the last twenty four years. In my work in residential treatment, outpatient clinics and pain management practice, I have thoroughly loved getting to watch people of the ages 13 to 95 have epiphanies, adopt new perspectives, change unhelpful thought patterns, and begin to love and know themselves again.
What has brought you here to this moment? Does something keep showing up in your life that is causing you distress, affecting your well being, relationships, and or future outlook? Do you need to add to your toolbox to address challenges such as substance use, problem gambling, chronic pain, trauma, and or mental health issues?
Certainly, your strengths have brought you to this point in your life. Though you have been doing your best to address the challenges you are experiencing, you recognize when you might need additional supports, tools, and perspectives. You knew when to reach out for help by getting onto this page today. In our work together, you are a professional on your own life based on your lived experiences. We will be two professionals that look at what you want to address, change and or acquire to help you with your goals.