The goal is not to be in therapy forever.
LIFE IS UNCERTAIN, THERAPY DOESN’T HAVE TO BE.
Anxieties and fears can feel overwhelming.
Whether these are new thoughts that are confusing and terrifying or old thoughts that have resurfaced and gotten worse, what you are doing does not seem to be working.
I support my clients by being straightforward and direct, offering encouragement and giving a clear idea of what the next steps are for you to take. Working with OCD is difficult and I bring much needed laughter to sessions.
I teach you how to understand your OCD and anxiety and will fight some of your fears with you, until eventually I can stand aside and cheer you on as you do the work. I’m in the business of empowering you by teaching you the therapy, doing it together, then eventually seeing you do it all on your own.
Together we will…
ACCEPT UNCERTAINTY
Challenge your thoughts and reach a more balanced way of thinking.
REMEMBER TO LAUGH
Remember that laughter is essential to get through all the hard work.
MOVE FORWARD
Work toward and do the things that you are scared of.
MAKE PEACE WITH PANIC
Manage and reduce the somatic symptoms of anxiety.
Expertise matters
A doctor wouldn’t prescribe blood pressure medication for an earache, and it shouldn’t be any different when receiving treatment for your mental health. In Therapy uses evidence based practice, meaning the methods or interventions have been tested and proven to work.
This is important because when it comes to treating OCD and anxiety, using the wrong treatment can actually make things worse.
Many times OCD and anxiety come along with a variety of other issues such as depression, tics, skin picking, body dysmorphia, and unhealthy coping skills. You can learn more about these disorders here.
Rest assured, there are effective and evidenced based treatments for these disorders as well. Do not worry about which treatment you need or how to apply it. We will walk through the decision and application process together.
What is a LCSW?
LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. A person holding a clinical license in social work means they have completed 3,000 hours of face-to-face meetings with patients, received 100 hours of supervision from a seasoned LCSW, hold a masters degree, and have been reviewed and approved by the State Board of Social Workers. This means that a person holding a LCSW is recognized by the state as being qualified. It also means the LCSW must follow the code of ethics and be up to date on the rules and regulations to guarantee the appropriate treatment of clients.
EDUCATION, LICENSURE, AND PUBLICATIONS
BA in Social Work, Belmont University
MA in Social Work, Middle Tennessee State University
Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2020
Outside the Land of Therapy
When I am not in the office I enjoy camping, taking my dog, Birdie, on long hikes (I usually end up carrying her most of the way), and rock climbing. When I am forced to be indoors I spend time painting and illustrating.
