About

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience working with adolescents and young adults. In addition to my therapy practice, I have extensive experience facilitating workshops and classes on mindfulness, distress tolerance, personality type and identity, stress management, and sex education topics.
I am passionate about working with adolescents and adults to increase self-understanding and awareness, develop effective coping strategies, build positive self-esteem, and enhance positive relationships. I’ve worked with clients on issues such as depression, anxiety, decision-making, and self-care.

I value the therapeutic relationships, and my counseling style is collaborative, supportive, and empowering. I believe that clients are best served with a client-centered approach with compassion and respect. My approach draws from mindfulness, cognitive behavioral, and solution-focused practices. I tailor my approach to meet your unique needs.

I respect the courage it takes to ask for help and share your concerns with someone. I am here to support and empower you in taking the first steps toward a more fulfilling life.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties
•Adjustment issues
•Anxiety
•Building healthy relationships
•Depression and Emotional Disregulation
•Identity issues
•Mindfulness
•Communication
•Self-esteem and body image
•Social skill development
•Stress management

Clinical approaches
•Client-Centered Therapy
•Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
•Mindfulness
•Solution-Focused Therapy

Education
•Specialist in Education, Counseling (1997), The University of North Carolina, Greensboro
•Master of Sciences, Counseling (1997), The University of North Carolina, Greensboro
•Bachelor of Arts, Psychology (1994), The University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

Licensure and Certification
•Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia
•Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina
•National Certified Counselor (NCC)