About

I have always been intrigued by how the mind works and what makes people do the things they do. I was lucky enough to turn that interest into a career and one I am deeply passionate about. I think it also helps that I have no desire to judge anyone but rather a strong desire to help others.

I graduated with a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology in 2011, and I have been a licensed psychologist through the state of Texas since 2014. I have an interest in all areas of psychology and have been privileged enough to work with children, adolescents, adults, and aging/older-adult populations. Additionally, I have experience in testing and evaluating within general and forensic populations.

I have enjoyed working with individuals diagnosed with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and have spent much of my career helping them to develop the skills they need to best function on a daily basis. Through this work, I gained an appreciation for the importance of interpersonal relationships and the acquisition of appropriate communication and social skills.

As I have worked in various populations, I have considerable experience treating disorders with common symptoms such as depression and anxiety. My therapeutic approach, as a result of my diverse career path, is best described as eclectic therapy with client-centered focus. I know that each individual comes into therapy with a unique experience and unique concerns. I believe in meeting the clients where they are and moving at their pace, providing what clients need throughout the course of their personal growth.

Therapy consists of entrusting your most sensitive thoughts and feelings to a person that is a relative stranger. It requires a lot of trust and vulnerability. Nonetheless, therapy has been shown to have benefits for individuals that have committed to the process. I look forward to working with you along your process, and I hope to help you take the steps toward your healthiest and most fulfilled life.

Basic Data

Entity Type: Individual; Sole Proprietor

Gender

Female

Client Focus

  • Preteens/Tweens (11 To 13)
  • Adolescents/Teenagers (14 To 19)

Therapy Specialties

  • ADHD
  • Addiction
  • Anger Management
  • Antisocial Personality
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Bipolar
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ Issues
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Life Coaching
  • Panic Attacks
  • Parenting
  • Personality Disorders
  • Phobias
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma And PTSD
  • Women's Issues

Treatment Orientation

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
  • Mindfulness Based Approaches
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Modality

  • Couples

Years in Practice

6 years

Languages

  • English

Healthcare Provider Taxonomy

  • Code: 103TC0700X
  • Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
  • Classification: Psychologist
  • Specialization: Clinical

Credentials

  • Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)

Licenses

Name License Number State
Psychologist 36664 Verify TX

Practice Locations

12430 Oxford Park Dr

612

Houston, TX 77082-2563

Phone Number: (504) 237-8395

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