The Paradox of Change Is This: That People Only Consider Changing Once They Are Accepted for Who They Are

I am a psychotherapist and practice in Harrisonburg, VA.

If you have never been to therapy, initiating this process can feel uncomfortable, and possibly scary. Sometimes people have waited a long time before doing something about their symptoms, such as anxiety, depression, low self esteem and/or conflict in their relationships. Perhaps other concerns have arisen during a life transition.

When you come in for the first time I will do an assessment of your situation. I will ask a number of questions regarding your symptoms and concerns and other relevant information to see how we can work together.

My clinical style is interactive - I will listen, ask questions, and offer guidance to help with symptom relief and your personal growth towards wholeness. Therapy works best when you feel safe, understood and connected to your therapist.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia, and a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University with a degree in Clinical Social Work. My graduate training concentrated on studying psychotherapy theory and practice, recognizing the social and economic environments in which people evolve. I have eight years of clinical experience including working in a psychotherapy office, hospital setting, nursing home and a university counseling center.

As I don't work with insurance companies I am able to offer reasonable fees on a sliding scale. When you work with me only I have access to your records, unless I am legally charged to release them. Insurance companies keep extensive client treatment records and their employees dictate treatment services and fees, even though they are not trained therapists.

In addition to working as a psychotherapist I train other clinicians to assist them working with their clients. I am a trained mediator and offer mediation services.

I am a member of the Virginia Society of Clinical Social Work, and the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers.