Therapy can be transformative, providing essential and lasting change. My approach is client-centered and strength-based, and I am passionate about providing a safe space to honor your story. With this, we can help identify and harness your strengths and explore solutions. I utilize the principles of empathy, compassion, collaboration, empowerment, and mindfulness. Together, we will discover your goals and a meaningful path.

My patients will often share their gratitude for my insight, guidance, and for providing a very safe, and comfortable space to share their story. They have expressed gratitude for the new tools they have developed in therapy. Patients really appreciate my comfortable style, and that I provide a very safe and supportive environment for change. They would say that all emotions are welcome in my office, and that they appreciate that I bring humor and laughter to therapy as well.

As an LCSW, I have had the privilege of working for many years in both the mental health and non-profit arenas. I work with adults of all ages, and laughter, tears, reflection, problem-solving, and all emotions are welcome. I would be honored to work with you, and walk alongside you on your path to greater peace, understanding, fulfillment, and strength.

Credentials

Education

Master of Social Work, University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work (1998)

In-network and Self Pay

Insurance Accepted

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

Self Pay

$225
Self-pay and out-of-pocket session costs for clients without insurance coverage for mental health services.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialities

Grief or Loss, Life Transitions, Depression, Anxiety, Self-Esteem

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Boundaries / Assertiveness
  • Career Counseling / Professional Growth
  • Conflict with Friends
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Life Transitions
  • Loss or Grief
  • Marital Conflict / Partner Conflict
  • Perfectionism
  • Performance, Test or Public Speaking Anxiety
  • Procrastination
  • Self-Esteem / Negative Self-Talk
  • Shame
  • Social Isolation / Loneliness
  • Stress / Burnout
  • Women's Issues

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Humanistic
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based Interventions
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)
  • Positive Psychology
  • Strength-Based

Locations

Houston Office

location_on4119 Montrose Blvd
Suite 500
Houston, TX 77006
Directions on google map

Client Focus

  • Age Groups Served: Adults, Older Adults (65+)
  • Participant Types: Individual Counseling
  • Language Spoken: English

I utilize the principles of empathy, compassion, collaboration, empowerment, and mindfulness to help discover goals, and to create a path forward.