My Philosophy: Healing Through Connection. I am a dedicated and compassionate Clinical Mental Health Counselor who believes that at the heart of every struggle lies an opportunity for profound transformation. My practice is rooted in the understanding that seeking help is not a sign of weakness, but a courageous act. Walking alongside my clients as they share the often-difficult terrain of their inner lives is an honor. My priority is cultivating a practice that welcomes everyone, regardless of where they are in their journey. Whether I am helping couples and families find their way back to one another through restored communication or facilitating the unique healing that happens within a group setting, my goal remains the same: to ensure every individual feels truly seen. My time as a counselor has taught me to embrace the inherent "messiness" of the human experience. Life is rarely linear, and neither is healing. I’ve learned to appreciate the setbacks, the tears, and the moments of uncertainty, understanding that these are not obstacles to growth—they are the growth itself. The resilience of the human spirit and the strength my clients display is humbling. My job isn't to give answers, but to help clear away the noise so the inner wisdom can be heard. You are the expert of your life, and I am here to help you navigate it. With broad and inclusive prior experience, I can provide a gentle space, for children and youth offering insight for adults and older populations navigating all of life's transitions. My counseling is supported by a robust, evidence-based toolkit. In utilizing an integrative approach, weaving together several evidence-based strategies to create tangible and practical skills for the individual, I am able to maintain a deeply trauma-informed lens. I recognize that our past experiences have a profound impact on our present, and I am committed to seeing clients as a whole person with a unique story rather than just a collection of symptoms. By blending these clinical methods with a focus on individual history, we can create a path toward wellness that feels both structured and deeply personal.
Specialties
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Anger Management
- Anxiety / Stress / Worry / Stress Management
- Bereavement / Grief and Loss Counseling
- Bipolar Disorder
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Depression
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Languages spoken
- English
Gender
Male
Pronouns
he/him/his
In-network insurances
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Self Pay
Education and training
- Bradley University - Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Roosevelt University - Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology




