Counseling can help you face these challenges and find a sense of inner peace and satisfaction. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Wilmington, NC who specializes in evidence-based therapies for anxiety, depression, and general adjustment to life's stressors. I work with both adults and adolescents to provide a proven & professional manner in addressing each person's unique circumstance.
My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual's needs, with a focus on self-acceptance & courage to make the small changes. So you want to change, and you think therapy will help. It can, and very often does. Psychotherapy can be useful to help guide someone on this journey. Therapy provides a non-judgmental space to take an honest look at not only what someone wants to change, but why and how it matters.
The Spotlight Effect is a term used in psychology that refers to our tendency to overestimate the extent to which other people notice us. We will often feel as though a spotlight shines directly on us, revealing all our mistakes and flaws for others to see.
My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual's needs, with a focus on self-acceptance & courage to make the small changes. So you want to change, and you think therapy will help. It can, and very often does. Psychotherapy can be useful to help guide someone on this journey. Therapy provides a non-judgmental space to take an honest look at not only what someone wants to change, but why and how it matters.
The Spotlight Effect is a term used in psychology that refers to our tendency to overestimate the extent to which other people notice us. We will often feel as though a spotlight shines directly on us, revealing all our mistakes and flaws for others to see.
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Having a safe place without judgment to focus on difficult issues, can be the growth spot for change.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Trauma Specialist who specializes in evidence based therapies for anxiety, depression and general adjustment to life's stressors.
I have an undergraduate degree in Sociology from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and a Masters in Social Work from East Carolina University.
I have been Licensed since 2009 and am a Certified Trauma Specialist (CCTSI).
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Trauma Specialist who specializes in evidence based therapies for anxiety, depression and general adjustment to life's stressors.
I have an undergraduate degree in Sociology from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and a Masters in Social Work from East Carolina University.
I have been Licensed since 2009 and am a Certified Trauma Specialist (CCTSI).
I primarily use cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based approaches to therapy; however, therapy is most effective when tailored to meet the needs, strengths and goals of each client.
I will often make use of various therapeutic techniques in order to best help each client make meaningful, positive life changes.
It is my belief that self compassion and self care are the cornerstones of a healthy lifestyle.
The benefits of this approach extend to interpersonal relationships, goal attainment, building resilience and countering anxiety.
I will often make use of various therapeutic techniques in order to best help each client make meaningful, positive life changes.
It is my belief that self compassion and self care are the cornerstones of a healthy lifestyle.
The benefits of this approach extend to interpersonal relationships, goal attainment, building resilience and countering anxiety.
Depression is a persistent sad mood with loss of interest in activities causing life to become unmanageable.
Postpartum Depression: More serious than the "baby blues" this involves overwhelming and life-altering feelings of sadness, anxiety, and emotional exhaustion.
Seasonal Affective Disorder: The onset of depression during the winter months when there is less natural sunlight.
It will often resolve during the spring and summer.
Winter depression causes people to withdraw, sleep more, eat more.
Postpartum Depression: More serious than the "baby blues" this involves overwhelming and life-altering feelings of sadness, anxiety, and emotional exhaustion.
Seasonal Affective Disorder: The onset of depression during the winter months when there is less natural sunlight.
It will often resolve during the spring and summer.
Winter depression causes people to withdraw, sleep more, eat more.
Trauma is a powerful emotional response to a distressing event (war, accident, death of a loved one, abuse/neglect).
Often people experiencing traumatic stress continue to have emotional and physical symptoms for many years after the event has concluded.
There is a misunderstanding that trauma only results from harrowing events.
We have come to learn that any distressing event that falls beyond the ability of the human brain to process can be considered traumatic (bullying, loss of a pet, breakups, rejection/betrayal).
Often people experiencing traumatic stress continue to have emotional and physical symptoms for many years after the event has concluded.
There is a misunderstanding that trauma only results from harrowing events.
We have come to learn that any distressing event that falls beyond the ability of the human brain to process can be considered traumatic (bullying, loss of a pet, breakups, rejection/betrayal).
Below is an array of frequently asked questions for those curious if professional counseling and therapy is right for them as well as learning about my candid approach with patients.
Many people are ambivalent about seeking therapy.
This is normal, as the process of finding a therapist can be overwhelming.
Finding a therapist that is the right "fit" for you is very important.
You are welcome to reach out for a brief phone consultation, free of charge.
This will help you decide if you would like to schedule an appointment.
Many people are ambivalent about seeking therapy.
This is normal, as the process of finding a therapist can be overwhelming.
Finding a therapist that is the right "fit" for you is very important.
You are welcome to reach out for a brief phone consultation, free of charge.
This will help you decide if you would like to schedule an appointment.
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