I seek to give my clients the means to make interpersonal and/or intrapersonal changes in order to ultimately build the lives that they want to live, whatever that may look like. I start with meeting all of my clients where they are at, and work diligently with them in identifying, creating, and developing short and long-term goals for treatment. I fully promote client self-determination, utilizing a positive, non-judgmental approach, and strive to act as a guide to help my clients facilitate and create the lives of their dreams. I believe in a holistic approach to therapy and healing. We encompass not only our minds and bodies, but also our spirits/souls. I believe that all three must work in conjunction for individuals to achieve harmony and balance. This results in a free-flowing energy and well-being. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Kansas. I am fully certified and extensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I am also trained in Trauma-Informed Care/Trauma Systems, Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Existential Therapy, Humanistic Therapies/Person-Centered orientations, Motivational Interviewing/Solution Focused Therapies, and other evidenced-based modalities. I particularly enjoy working with individuals struggling to find their niche in life, and navigating life transitions, including loss and grief issues. I always take an empathetic, validating, non-judgmental, and person-centered approach to my work, and strive to create a safe space where my clients are free to express their thoughts and emotions fully, and without any reservation or censure. I specialize in working with adults of all ages (ages 25+) and have a special interest in working with individuals struggling with substance addiction, as well as the older adult community. I also enjoy working with couples and families. I support and enjoy working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community as well. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, confusion regarding your life’s journey, grief & loss, addiction, marriage/family issues and conflict, professional struggles/confusion, identity and role confusion/conflict, trauma, anger management, people pleasing, and/or perfectionism, I would love to meet with you and see how I can help! We have partnered with Mentaya to help clients use their out-of-network benefits to save money on therapy. Use this tool below to see if you qualify for reimbursement for my services. Check here: mentaya.co/b/dA1lUkFt2T2tfOfwp8uK