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About Me
I collaborate with clients to work on their goals and define their values. I teach and model skills to assist people in developing insight, and being intentional and mindful in their daily choices. I have 20 years of experience working in all different settings, the Disability (IDD) field, Addictions, and Mental Health including Case Management, Group, Family Therapies. I have advanced training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems and Mindfulness. I combine therapeutic methods to best assist clients in understanding and applying useful skills to their daily lives (art, music, writing), and often use visuals to ensure clients can remember and apply skills. I have two pups, Melvin (golden retriever), and Fizzgig (creature, Muppet, Ewok) who serve as Team Sidekicks.
My Style
I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the Portland area. I lived and trained in New York from 1997-2006. I love dogs and sometimes volunteer as a foster for animal shelters. I love running, and travelling. I get cold when it's below 70 degrees! I practice meditation and love art and drawing and listen to Hip Hop and Reggae. I am direct and straightforward with my approach and try to understand and work with the big picture of you - how you learn, and what your values are. I am authentic and also a goof ball- so I like to have a good time as therapy can be fun!
Populations Served
18-80 years old
1. Neurodiversity
2. OHP clients prioritized
3. Trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar
4. Dual diagnosis
5. LGBTQ friendly 🏳️🌈
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