What is your style/approach to therapy?
I want to learn what is in your heart, mind, soul, and emotions and help you express those parts of yourself in a meaningful and real way. I utilize motivational interviewing to help you identify your deepest desires, strengths, and goals. I also draw upon cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and humanistic approaches to give you the tools to achieve your goals.
Is there any research-based work you’ve done that you found particularly exciting, and how has that informed your practice today?
I use cognitive-processing therapy (CPT) and prolonged exposure to help people who have experienced trauma and PTSD.
What was your path to becoming a therapist? What inspired you to choose this profession?
I began my professional career as a lawyer. Studying and practicing in the field of law helped me develop critical thinking skills and an understanding of how to navigate the practical challenges of life. However, working as a lawyer made me realize I wanted to help people on a more personal, emotional, and psychological level so they could be effective before they need a lawyer.
Specialties
Anxiety
Careers
Anger management
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Substance abuse
General Expertise
Depression
Work Stress
Relationship Issues
Loss/Grief
Self-Esteem
Social Anxiety
Addiction
Attachment issues
Fees
$145
First Session
$145
Family Therapy
$145
Couples Therapy
$145
Individual Therapy
Types of Therapy
Couples Session
Individual Session
Clientele
Young Adults (18-24)
Adults (25-65)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment Approaches / Modalities
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Biofeedback
Cognitive Processing Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Licensure
IL, LPC, 071010212
Education
B.A. Economics, University of Notre Dame
J.D., Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis
M.S. Counseling and Counselor Education Indiana University
Ph.D., Purdue University
Work History
I have clinical experience at a Veteran’s Affairs Hospital treating Veterans with combat and non-combat related PTSD, military sexual trauma, drug and alcohol problems, depression, anxiety, career issues, relationship problems, and homicidal and suicidal ideation. I have also worked at Larue D. Carter Memorial Hospital treating psychiatric inpatients with both substance use diagnoses and co-occurring mental health disorders such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, severe depression, and antisocial personality disorder. Further, I have worked at Purdue University in their Counseling and Guidance Center where I administered, scored, interpreted, and prepared reports for personality and career testing including the MMPI-2, MCMI-III, Beck Depression Inventory, Myers-Briggs Indicator, Revised NEO Personality Inventory, and Strong Interest Inventory. As a lawyer, I worked as a family law attorney in private practice for adoption, divorce, child custody and parenting time hearings. Prior to working in private practice, I worked as a trial lawyer for Marion County Department of Child Services where I represented the State in numerous “Child in Need of Services” cases in Marion County, Indiana.