My approach in working with clients is to establish a safe, open atmosphere in which we can work through issues together. I approach therapy from an integrative perspective, bringing together my knowledge from multiple therapeutic approaches in psychology to best suit your needs. I find that this is most effective in that we all have different preferences in mode of treatment and because some presenting issues respond better to particular therapeutic approaches. I tend to utilize humanistic, interpersonal and cognitive-behavioral perspectives when working with clients.
As a therapist, I want to work with you to make the changes you want in your life, by offering a safe, confidential environment where we can talk about the issues that are impacting you. As I am someone who is not a part of your daily life, you may be able to share thoughts with me that you are unable to share with others for fear of judgment or concerns about how sharing private thoughts and feelings may affect your relationship with them. This same space also allows me to share observations about you that others may not be able to provide you because of their own concerns about their relationship with you. This atmosphere of honesty and openness is helpful in getting to the root of problems.
Much, though not all, of my experience has been working with college students, many of whom I have been able to help with anxiety-related issues.
I am a Licensed Psychologist in both the state of Oklahoma and the state of Florida. I have a Master’s degree in Counseling as well as a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology through Oklahoma State University.
Prior to returning to my native Oklahoma in 2016, I worked as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Florida Counseling and Wellness Center providing clinical services for students, consultation for faculty and staff, and instruction and supervision for doctoral students in training.
