About Me
I grew up in Florida and received my bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Central Florida. Since then, I have known I wanted to pursue a master’s degree, but I wanted to be sure about the route I would take. My passion has always been rooted in helping people, especially those struggling with their mental health. I am currently in the final portion of my master’s program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of West Alabama. I completed my practicum hours at Rize Prevention, a nonprofit dedicated to preventing addiction before it starts. I gained experience with teens experiencing challenges in school, at home, and internally. I also participated in psychoeducational groups, informing middle schoolers of emotional intelligence, resilience, and adaptability. This experience has affirmed my belief that unconditional love is necessary for growth. The therapy space should be a judgment-free zone where people feel free to explore vulnerabilities and internal struggles. It’s important to me to create that safe space with each of my clients so they feel comfortable accessing sides of themselves that might need healing and compassion.
I grew up in Florida and received my bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Central Florida. Since then, I have known I wanted to pursue a master’s degree, but I wanted to be sure about the route I would take. My passion has always been rooted in helping people, especially those struggling with their mental health. I am currently in the final portion of my master’s program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of West Alabama. I completed my practicum hours at Rize Prevention, a nonprofit dedicated to preventing addiction before it starts. I gained experience with teens experiencing challenges in school, at home, and internally. I also participated in psychoeducational groups, informing middle schoolers of emotional intelligence, resilience, and adaptability. This experience has affirmed my belief that unconditional love is necessary for growth. The therapy space should be a judgment-free zone where people feel free to explore vulnerabilities and internal struggles. It’s important to me to create that safe space with each of my clients so they feel comfortable accessing sides of themselves that might need healing and compassion.
Approach to Therapy
I have competency in working with individuals and children who are struggling with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, or trauma. I welcome people of all backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ individuals, neurodivergent people, people of color, disabled clients, and those from all faiths and cultures. My goal is to adapt my approach to tailor to my client’s specific needs. I am influenced by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Person-centered approaches.
