Psychosis and Schizophrenia

When symptoms, such as hallucinations and delusions, begin we can often recognize them as worrisome and questionable. As time passes, however, locked into this mind space of fearful questioning, these symptoms can progress and overtake in a debilitating way. With medication + therapy, one can learn the skills necessary to process and manage these thoughts and experiences, and with ample support it is completely possible to live a meaningful and fulfilling existence.

In my 3 years of working with clients with psychosis and schizophrenia disorders, utilizing grounding techniques, mindfulness exercises, and identifying triggers have been my biggest tools.

I am trained in the techniques of the Hearing Voices Movement (HVM) which is a form of treatment for schizophrenia. Through investigation, we get to the heart of the deeper message of the voices. The deeper message often shows the path to healing. I will teach you ways to begin to take a more powerful position with the voices and set healthy boundaries, thereby taking your power back. Shifting the power can change the overall relationship to something more positive and supportive.

In my practice I specialize solely in psychosis and clinical high risk for psychosis using an evidence based CBT approach. Labels and specific diagnosis are irrelevant. I take a person centered, truly collaborative approach to help you overcome your distress and achieve your goals.

I specialize in working with individuals living with schizophrenia and psychosis, providing trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care. With eight years in crisis stabilization, Full-Service Partnerships (FSP), and community mental health, I help clients and families navigate symptom management, hospitalization, and long-term stability. My approach is compassionate and strengths-based, focusing on empowerment, support, and practical tools to improve quality of life and well-being.

I have been working with a variety of forms of psychosis as a clinician since 2003. I have served as an assistant program manager and a program manager for several agencies that serve individuals struggling with [psychotic disorders. I have also managed programs and specialized in working with young adults (18 to 25 years) who are at an age where they experience early symptoms of psychosis and need support in navigating what is occurring and if it will be a short term difficulty or lifelong.

I have received specialized training in CBT for Psychosis. I have worked in community mental health, a psychiatric hospital, and a residential facility where individuals experience psychosis regularly. This approach is helpful for individuals who have some insight, support, and/or want to learn how to manage psychosis in more ways than just medication.

ometimes, extreme stress and emotions lead to experiences that that you are not certain are a part of reality. While these unusual experiences or thoughts have been unfairly judged by past mental health approaches, rest assured that these experiences will be approached with compassion and understanding. We can work together to develop strategies to help you stay more grounded in the present, and have the tools you need to cope with such thoughts or experiences when they do occur.

Patients who are managing Schizophrenia and Psychosis are misunderstood due to stigma surrounding mental health. Having compassion and understanding is important for any therapist. I am here to tell you that what you are experiencing can be distressing and sometimes, frustrating, because I know you might not feel understood. Together, let's create a supportive plan to help you live a meaningful and fulfilling life!

I have over 10 years of experience providing therapy and case management to people experiencing psychosis (hearing voices, seeing visions, experiencing unusual thoughts). I bring understanding, compassion, and support for how to manage and cope with the distress, confusion, and stigma of this experience.

I was the Chief of Clinical Services for a treatment program specializing in co-occurring disorders, specifically treating a predominance of adults living with thought disorders. In addition to providing direct clinical care to include individual therapy and family support, I was responsible for the program's clinical operations, provided training, and supervision of staff. I have presented at several conferences on the topic of working with psychosis.

In 2021, I went through psychosis. New doors in my mind opened, and I was forever changed by it; fundamentally changed even. Navigating life post-psychosis has been a years long process and I was lucky to be in this field and have access to tools that helped me heal from it, and this first-hand experience can help me work with you to navigate yours.

I provide comprehensive, person-centered treatment for individuals living with schizophrenia. My approach focuses on building a strong therapeutic alliance, understanding the unique experiences of each client, and developing personalized treatment plans.