I'm a firm believer in the health of one's mind being a crucial factor in their ability to meet the demands of every day life. It becomes a harder task to address stressful situations if you're already not feeling well. Think about moments when you might not have been able to focus at work, to successfully study for an exam or even effectively communicate your concerns to others due to how you felt mentally and physically.
My work as a therapist entails consistent problem solving, reasoning, exploring, investigating, learning and healing. I provide compassionate, supportive, encouraging and challenging therapy that facilitates and promotes growth for the people who seek to improve the quality of their lives. Reflecting on one's actions, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and offering advisement on ways to improve the overall health of one's lifestyle are a few ways by which I aid individuals in achieving an enhanced experience of life.
Through these means, the ability to focus at work becomes a bit easier, studying for an exam is not such a harrowing feat and effectively expressing your needs feels like more of a natural practice. All the while, paying special attention to your improved health both mentally and physically.
Professional & Clinical Experience
Therapeutic Modalities
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychodynamic
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Relational Psychotherapy
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
Solution-Focused
Clinical Expertise
Depression
Mood-related disorders (e.g. Bipolar Disorder)
Personality disorders
Chronic illnesses
Sex and intimacy issues
Forensic and legal matters
Gender dysphoria
ADHD
Psychotic disorders
Dissociative disorders
Addiction and substance misuse
Paraphilic disorders
Impulse control and conduct disorders
Racial trauma
Client Focus
Emerging adults
Adults
BIPOC communities
Education
Master of Arts in Forensic Mental Health Counseling, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology , CUNY Hunter CollegeCertifications and Training
Licensed Mental Health Counselor 009806-01
Trauma Informed Care
Transforming the "Living Legacy" of Trauma
Motivational Interviewing
Mindfulness Based Techniques
Promoting Treatment Engagement with Individuals Struggling with Behavioral Health Disorders
Screening and Interventions for Individuals with Substance Use Issues
Person Centered Planning in Behavioral Health
Providing Treatment to Individuals Diagnosed with Personality Disorders
Influences:
Carl Rogers
Marsha Linehan
William R. Miller
Gregory W. Lester
Rituals:
Setting reminders
Drinking water
Walking throughout my neighborhood
Researching
