About
As a licensed clinical social worker, I have been in the field of social work for over 25 years. My experiences have ranged from working with birth mothers with an adoption agency, working with children/adolescents and their families with a broad range of issues stemming from divorce, blended families, trauma, grief work, foster care and adoption. I am also a Registered Play Therapist and a First Play Practitioner. Over the years I have also worked with adult clients as well as couples. My approach to therapy is to be client-centered to help maximize a client's own ability to find solutions with support from the therapist. A first session begins the process of learning about the client and agreeing upon a plan for therapy. I think it is important to make sure a client feels welcome, comfortable, and safe as well as reviewing the informed consent to counseling. Learning about a client's history and giving time to feel comfortable with myself as your therapist.