Welcome and thank you for visiting my website. I am a mental health therapist with a private practice located in Graham, NC. I hope that this website provides you with all the useful information that you will need as you consider therapy for yourself, your child, or your family. I'm so glad that you have taken the first step towards your recovery from depression, anxiety, abuse, chronic pain, or whatever problems in your or your loved one's life. You are brave and if you so choose, I would be honored to walk that recovery path with you or your loved one.
Some Questions You May Have About Psychotherapy (also called Counseling, Therapy)
What is Psychotherapy?
The intentional interpersonal relationship to aid a client to increase his or her sense of well-being and decrease subjective sense of discomfort; sometimes called "talk therapy". Psychotherapy employs a range of techniques designed to improve the mental health of a client.
Is there any risk?
There is little risk in using psychotherapy , but it can make you feel emotional discomfort when you explore painful feelings and experiences. You will learn coping skills to help you manage and conquer distressing feelings and thoughts.
What Can I Expect From Working With You (Start to Finish)?
Your initial session(s) will be a time for us to get to know each other. I will gather information from you to inc. symptoms/behaviors, how long you've had these symptoms/behaviors, biological/medical concerns, social history. I will get an idea to where to proceed and help you to develop your goals and a plan for you to achieve these goals.
How Long Will It Last?
This will vary depending on your treatment needs. Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) are often short-term in nature (3-5 sessions) and utilize a brief, problem-solving approach. For more complex problems, our work together may be longer . We may work together weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly, with the frequency of your sessions decreasing with your progress.
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I've moved!!!
My new office address is 212 N. Marshall Street, Graham, NC 27253
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For Community Partners/Providers/P-LCSW licensees:
I am here to help you build and grow your agency and career. I believe in providing quality, ethical treatment services. I am able to provide independent clinical assessments, clinical supervision towards LCSW licensure, as well as clinical consultation.
"Be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars. In the noisy confusion of life, keep peace in your soul"-Max Ehrmann
