I am passionate about helping people discover what works for them on their path to healing and creating the lives they want to live.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Gig Harbor, WA
I treat a wide variety of issues using individualized treatment modalities based on clients' needs and the aspects of themselves and their lives they want to grow and work on.
I believe in the importance of building a therapeutic relationship and connection with my clients in a safe environment for them to be heard and understood.
I use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to teach clients how to use a set of social-emotional and resilience strategies that help people learn to live in the moment, cope effectively and handle challenges.
I have experience working in a school- based setting and offered crisis support to children and teens with a history of behavioral problems. Used the nationally recognized Teaching Family Model to assist youth with learning social skills, anger management, goal setting and basic living skills.
My work is trauma-informed, skill based, with self-exploration and humanistic approaches.
