About Therapy
Hoping for Change
Nothing seems to be going right, mostly chaos.
Peace and happiness have gone missing.
You’ve tried many things, and nothing seems to stick and make it better. It’s getting harder and harder to carry the weight on your shoulders… so heavy!
It’s time to find out how to feel better.
Therapy can help you find a new balance.
It can help you find answers and connect back into the life you want.
With a compassionate and empathetic therapist, you can look at your past, accept and appreciate the present, and start to create a new future.
I will meet you where you are on your journey.
Welcome to your new safe place of healing and growth.
You may notice the room is like a spa—In this case, for your brain:
Modern metal artwork, aroma therapy, a warm blue glow of light, a beautiful modern white couch, a blanket if you get chilled, pillow to support your lower back, bottled water, a pen and paper to write down anything you would like to remember…
I will invite you to sit where you can gaze at a gentle waterfall or play with your choice of fidget tools during our sessions.
What we’ll do…
In session, you can feel safe to share your deepest thoughts and feelings with confidentiality and without fear of judgment.
You are the focus.
Trust and support are the bases of therapy. We will work to re-discover you. It’s time… to start the creation of your amazing life.
We will begin the first few sessions by exploring areas you would like to address… and thinking about coping strategies and/or therapy modalities.
We will then create a plan to fit your needs.
Each session ends with the question, “What is your take-away from today’s session?” Each subsequent session begins with the question, “What has come up for you since our last session?”
Then we will review any homework that was given from last session.
Homework?
Yes, when you’re not in session, it’s important to work on areas where you want change. Then, you can process that the next time you’re in session.
About Me
Education and training…
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with the State of Florida. I am certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors as a National Certified Counselor and Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor.
I earned my bachelor’s degree in Biology. I then went on to do a master’s degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University. I also hold another master’s degree in Business Administration.
I’m a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional in accordance with the International Association of Trauma Professionals, an Adoption Competent therapist, and Life Coach Practitioner.
Other professional experience…
I currently serve on the Mental Health Counselors of Central Florida as Executive Board Secretary.
I volunteer for NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness Greater Orlando) and promote mental health awareness at local health fairs. With NAMI, I deliver “Ending the Silence” presentations to high school students, which address the stigma associated with mental health conditions.
My professional associations include Phi Kappa Phi, American Counselors Association (ACA), American Mental Health Counselors Association (AMHCA), Florida Mental Health Counselors Association (FMHCA), Mental Health Counselors of Central Florida (MHCCF), and the International Association of Trauma Professionals (IATP).
When I’m not doing therapy…
I enjoy going to see live music, traveling, and cooking with my husband.
I also love to spend time with my parents, brother and his family, friends, and my three step-daughters and their husbands…
Oh, and I have six amazing step-grandchildren!
I understand that reaching out isn’t always easy.
I know how uncomfortable and intimidating it can be to ask for help.
My life was turned upside down by the unexpected death of my first husband. I found a Mental Health Counselor to help me deal with the loss.
The professional support I received was incredibly helpful. In fact, it motivated me to go back to school so I could help others through their difficult times.
Let me be there for you.
Having been through my own tough times, I can empathize with my clients while remaining professionally objective.
I bring my clients empirically supported care, tools to develop practical skills, and evidenced-based treatment to help them address their challenges.
Successful therapy is based on hope, confidentiality, and empathy… and I’ll offer you all of these things.
A simple free phone call could lead to the life you’ve always wanted.
After our conversation about your needs, we will set an appointment to meet at my office.
You will then be greeted with a welcoming smile and positive energy as if you are an honored guest in my home.
Call me. If I am unable to answer, leave me a confidential message, and I will get right back to you. Alternatively, complete the contact form below, and I’ll be in touch with you very soon.
When you’re ready to take the first step, call me directly at (407) 883-3027.