I specialize in counseling children, teenagers, college students, young adults, and parents with various concerns, such as anxiety, social skills, behavioral issues, and anger management skills, parent/teenager relationships, and school issues. I am particularly passionate about helping children and teenagers learn social skills and coping skills to thrive in schools and at home, as many children have a difficult time in the adolescent and teenage years discovering who they are and how to handle emotions. I also love working with college students to help work through anxiety and pressure many students face. The relationship between the client and counselor is one the most important tools for growth, so I prioritize building the relationship with the client to create a safe, comfortable, and fun space for each individual. For children and teenagers this can be done in a variety of ways such as playing games the child enjoys or discussing their hobbies. For adults, this may look like developing a relationship of trust and exploring any topics on the client’s mind over time. A counselor meets you wherever you are in life and helps you grow at a rate that feels comfortable to you, and I am here to support you and help you establish the confidence, emotional management skills, and social skills needed.
Qualifications: | University of Alabama at Birmingham |
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Academic Suffixes: | LPC |
Expertise: | Adoption, Anger Management, Anxiety, Asperger |