I enjoy working with children through young adults and have experience helping with a variety of concerns. My clients often struggle with mood/anxiety disorders, emotion regulation problems, stressor-related disorders (including a history of trauma), parenting difficulties, or externalizing behaviors (tantrums, disruptive behavior, etc.). My clients typically describe me as kind, funny, and warm.
I focus on clients' personal goals using a variety of treatment modalities including elements of CBT/DBT, behavioral approaches (PCIT and parent training), trauma-informed care, and interpersonal therapy. It's important to me that therapy be a collaborative process. I will work with you to tailor our treatment to you or your child's specific needs, history, and goals for the future. I find it deeply meaningful to collaborate and connect with my clients and take the time to build a trusting relationship. My personal style is positive and empathic but also direct and challenging when needed.
Therapy should be a space where everyone has the opportunity to learn coping skills as well as work to understand patterns of behavior and explore the root causes of emotional, behavioral, and relationship problems.
I love getting to know my clients and seeing the positive changes that occur through our work together! I enjoy and value genuinely connecting with all kinds of people. When I'm not working, I read, cook, spend time outdoors, do yoga, and spend time with family (and pets!).
Fees:
Initial Assessment - $325
45 Minute sessions - $215
I WORK WITH
· Children
· Adolescents
· Young Adults / college students
· Families
CLINICAL ISSUES
Mood disorders (depression, dysregulation), anxiety, behavior problems ( disruptive behavior disorders, tantrums, “acting out”), ADHD, parenting challenges, trauma-focused psychotherapy
Specialized training in PCIT, TFCBT & Exposure Therapy
EDUCATION & TRAINING
· PhD – University of Alabama
· APA Internship – University of Tennessee Health Science Center (St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital; Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital)
· Postdoctoral Fellowship – Private Practice
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Please note, we are not accepting new child or adolescent clients at this time.