Personal Statement
We all experience unpleasant times and stressful situations in our lives. Sometimes, we need an objective and clear perspective to help us see why we are struggling and how to cope with our emotions. But crisis is not devastation, a point of no return. It is a time for renewal and change. The Chinese term for crisis is composed of two symbols: “danger” and opportunity”. I strive to help clients and their families realize that this time of upheaval will reap growth and transformation. It is a privilege for me to be a part of this renewal.
I work mostly with children and adolescents, helping them and their families through difficult times. Not only do I counsel these young individuals as they traverse challenges, but I enjoy working with the entire family to address difficult interactions and promote healthy relationships.
All therapeutic services are customized to meet the needs of each individual and their family’s dynamics. I have extensive experience with play therapy, family therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), couples’ counseling, and behavior modification. I also offer religion-based counseling if so desired.
I am continuing my work providing mental health counseling to students in Saint Johns County. I have experience in reviewing and developing behavioral goals for IEPs, delivering effective strategies to students and staff to better manage classroom issues and work with groups of students to process broad issues felt by many children and teens.
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Click HereClient Focus (Age)
- Children (6 to 10)
- Preteens/Tweens (11 to 13)
- Adolescents/Teenagers (14 to 19)
Therapy Specialties
- Academic Underachievement
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Child or Adolescent
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Teen Violence
- Women's Issues
Treatment Orientation
- Integrative
Modality
- Individuals
- Family
Years in Practice
8 years
Payments Accepted
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Licenses
License Name | License | State | Year |
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Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) | MH 11886 | FL | 2013 |
Associations
Name |
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American Counseling Association (ACA) |
Education
School | Degree | Major | Year |
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University of North Florida | MA | Counseling Psychology | 2011 |
University of North Florida | BS | Psychology | 2009 |
Languages
- English
Office Address
Dr. Townsend & Associates
9 St. Johns Medical Park Drive
Saint Augustine, Florida 32086
Hours Of Operation
Monday | 9:30AM-5:30PM |
Tuesday | 9:30AM-5:30PM |
Wednesday | 9:30AM-5:30PM |
Thursday | 9:30AM-5:30PM |
Friday | Closed |
Saturday | Closed |
Sunday | Closed |