Hi there! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who enjoys working with adults, parents, and medical professionals. The individuals I typically work with are often experiencing things like stress, difficulties with life transitions, depression, trauma/PTSD, grief, anxiety and relationship concerns.

I believe everyone has strengths and I love empowering individuals to start making changes in their life. I believe in a collaborative approach and partner with my clients to create impactful goals to move forward on the journey towards healing and happiness.

Congratulations on taking this step on wanting to work on yourself. I find it courageous to reach out for support and I look forward to working with you!

Credentials

Education

Attended Florida State University, MSW, Graduated 2010

 

Positions

I spent the first half of my career working in child welfare. I gained specialized skills working with children, adolescents and families impacted by child sexual abuse. I then spent seven years diversifying my clinical experience at a medical clinic where I provided behavioral health services to some of the most underserved, at-risk individuals in Austin. I saw clients ranging from young children to seniors with a variety of mental health and chronic medical conditions. I also have seven years of experience working in academic medicine through a Family Medicine Residency Program. I gained an understanding of the stress young professionals face and recognize that a high-pressure job often leads to feelings of burnout.

In-network and Self Pay

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna/Evernorth
  • Employers Health Network
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Partners Direct Health
  • Sana Benefits
  • Seton Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialities

Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Aging
  • Anxiety
  • Boundaries / Assertiveness
  • Childhood Abuse or Neglect
  • Conflict with Friends
  • Depression
  • Divorce / Breakup
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Infertility / Miscarriages
  • Infidelity / Cheating
  • Life Transitions
  • Loss or Grief
  • Marital Conflict / Partner Conflict
  • Panic Attacks
  • Perfectionism
  • Personal Growth
  • Self-Esteem / Negative Self-Talk
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Social Anxiety
  • Social Isolation / Loneliness
  • Spiritual Growth
  • Stress / Burnout
  • Trauma / PTSD

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Positive Psychology
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

Locations

Client Focus

  • Age Groups Served: Adults, Elders
  • Participant Types: Individuals
  • Language Spoken: English

I’m glad you’re here—and I want to first acknowledge the courage it takes to reach out for support. My hope is that by sharing a bit about myself and my clinical experience, you’ll get a sense of who I am and whether we might be a good fit for your journey.