Something I'm passionate about is helping people who have been through very difficult things - trauma, illness, grief - not only survive those things but use them to learn and grow. Unresolved trauma and grief play a huge part in depression and substance abuse among other things.
Clients tell me they appreciate my combination of an authentic, warm, low-key style with my ability to think through issues creatively and incisively getting right to the heart of what is important. These things together with being trained in evidence-based modalities like EMDR and CBT often help clients reach a place of more peace, freedom, and empowerment in life.
Education
B.S. Psychology, Duke University
MSSW, UT Arlington
Relevant Experience
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support groups for people with cancer & their care partners
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bereavement support & educational groups
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hospice social work
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individual therapy for those with a diagnosis of HIV
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intensive outpatient drug rehab
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managed support & educational program for early stage dementia
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research (neuroscience, Alzheimers)
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teaching