Psychosis and Schizophrenia

In my 3 years of working with clients with psychosis and schizophrenia disorders, utilizing grounding techniques, mindfulness exercises, and identifying triggers have been my biggest tools.

In my practice I specialize solely in psychosis and clinical high risk for psychosis using an evidence based CBT approach. Labels and specific diagnosis are irrelevant. I take a person centered, truly collaborative approach to help you overcome your distress and achieve your goals.

When symptoms, such as hallucinations and delusions, begin we can often recognize them as worrisome and questionable. As time passes, however, locked into this mind space of fearful questioning, these symptoms can progress and overtake in a debilitating way. With medication + therapy, one can learn the skills necessary to process and manage these thoughts and experiences, and with ample support it is completely possible to live a meaningful and fulfilling existence.

I am trained in the techniques of the Hearing Voices Movement (HVM) which is a form of treatment for schizophrenia. Through investigation, we get to the heart of the deeper message of the voices. The deeper message often shows the path to healing. I will teach you ways to begin to take a more powerful position with the voices and set healthy boundaries, thereby taking your power back. Shifting the power can change the overall relationship to something more positive and supportive.

When treating psychosis and schizophrenia, I focus on building trust and creating a safe, compassionate environment. I use a combination of medication management and therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help patients manage symptoms and improve daily functioning. My goal is to provide consistent support, helping individuals maintain stability and work towards long-term well-being and recovery.

The feeling of losing yourself, or becoming someone you do not recognize is frightening, and feels groundless. Beyond that, these experiences are often isolating due to the cultural belief that people who have these experiences are "crazy." Drawing from my work at an in-patient psychiatric hospital, and evidence-based practices, we will explore the ways that through these experiences, you can begin to foster the deepest connection to yourself.

I have been working with a variety of forms of psychosis as a clinician since 2003. I have served as an assistant program manager and a program manager for several agencies that serve individuals struggling with [psychotic disorders. I have also managed programs and specialized in working with young adults (18 to 25 years) who are at an age where they experience early symptoms of psychosis and need support in navigating what is occurring and if it will be a short term difficulty or lifelong.

20+ years of experience in working with people living in the community with thought disorders. trained in CBT for psychosis and IMR (illness management and recovery).

I have worked for a medicaid behavioral health provider since 2016. At this facility I worked in the psycho-social rehabilitation (PSR) program, the Mental Health Skill-Building (MHSB) program, and the Outpatient Counseling (OC) program. This has allowed me to work with an extremely diverse population and gain invaluable experience helping people with disorders like Bipolar, Schizophrenia, and various personality disorders.

While I am knowledgeable on the symptoms of psychosis and schizophrenia, in my opinion, what is more important is understanding what it feels like to be in your shoes. I focus on creating a curious environment where we can explore symptom management, skills development, and recovery support.

I specialize in the treatment of psychosis and schizophrenia by providing a comprehensive approach that includes medication management, therapy, and psychoeducation. I work closely with clients to address symptoms such as delusions and hallucinations, helping them develop coping strategies and improve daily functioning. My goal is to empower individuals to manage their condition effectively, enhance their quality of life, and foster long-term stability and recovery.

I use person centered therapy to treat psychosis and schizophrenia.

I specialize in treating young adults within their first episode of psychosis, often times after a recent hospitalization or as they begin to adjust to their life following a diagnosis. I enjoy working with this population, as I understand the nuances of psychosis but also recognize they are navigating the normal stressors of this age. I also enjoy providing family therapy and education to families and loved ones of this population.