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About My Clients
I work with adults of all ages experiencing the following: academic/work performance concerns, anger, anxiety, conflict, depression, grief and loss, health issues, life adjustments, mood disorders, substance abuse issues, trauma.
My Background and Approach
After completing two years of AmeriCorps as a young adult, I was inspired to pursue a career in helping others build capacity for change in their lives. I earned a Master’s of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from the University of Texas at Austin in 2008. Since 2008, I have fulfilled varied interests as a Social Worker in the Austin area. These various experiences provided a diverse and strong framework for my therapy philosophy, practice and values. Therapeutic modalities include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational interviewing, Patient Centered, Strengths-Based, Relational Therapy, Solution Focused, Trauma Informed Care.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I see my role as a therapist as guiding you to find self-compassion, capacity, change, resiliency wherever you are in life. My hobbies include pilates, walking, birding, identifying flora and fauna, traveling, camping and spending time with friends and family. I donate to several nonprofit organizations: Austin Wildlife Rescue, Loveland Foundation, The Other Ones Foundation, KOOP radio.