My counseling approach emphasizes the development of healthy stress management and emotional control skills, which are essential for navigating life's challenges. I guide individuals in building resilience against burnout, compassion fatigue, and PTSD, ensuring they can face adversity with strength. A vital aspect of my practice is helping clients find a healthy balance between their professional and personal lives, fostering overall well-being. Together, we work on enhancing mood, building self-esteem, and improving relationships, ultimately paving the way for greater success in both personal and professional spheres. By helping to equip individuals with the necessary tools and strategies, I aim to create a supportive environment where they can thrive and achieve improved self-esteem and general mood, overall life satisfaction, and personal and professional goals.

In my 15 years as a mental health professional, I have had the privilege of assisting individuals in navigating a wide array of challenges that affect their mental and emotional well-being, including:

• Anxiety, Depression, & Other Mood Disruptions

• Athletics Counseling

• Attachment Issues

• Burnout

• Codependency

• Communication Issues

• Compassion Fatigue

• Emotion Regulation

• First-Responder Issues

• Marital & Divorce Issues

• Medical Professional Stress

• Men's Issues

• Military/Veteran's Issues

• Mindfulness

• Physical Wellness

• Relationships (Personal and/or professional)

• Self-Esteem

• Touring/High-Travel Entertainer Stress

• Trauma/PTSD

• Work/Occupational Stress

About Me

My journey to becoming a therapist was profoundly influenced by a desire to support individuals in high-stress and high-risk careers navigating the complex interplay between their personal and professional lives. I recognized that the stressors encountered at work not only impact mental well-being but also reverberate into personal life, and vice versa with personal stressors reverberating into professional life, creating a cycle of distress. Throughout my career, this dual focus has been at the heart of my research and clinical practice. As a licensed mental health professional, I concentrate on the clinical mental health matters that influence occupational functioning, personal life functioning, and the interplay between all areas of life functioning. My goal is to enhance overall satisfaction in both personal and professional domains, empowering individuals to achieve holistic well-being and thrive in all aspects of their lives.

When my mental health career began, I concentrated my research on first responders, a field that significantly impacts the well-being of individuals who often face traumatic stressors. Over the years, I have been fortunate to expand my research and practice into other high-stress and high-risk professions. My previous lived experiences have shaped my focus, leading me to explore the mental health challenges faced by athletes and musicians. Both groups encounter unique pressures that can adversely affect their mental well-being, from performance anxiety to the demands of competition and public scrutiny. By delving into these areas, I aim to raise awareness and develop strategies that can support the mental health of these individuals, ensuring they have the necessary resources to thrive both personally and professionally.

In my collaborations with first responders, I've interacted with both volunteer and career personnel, gaining insights into their unique challenges and needs. Similarly, my research and experience with athletes spans all levels, from beginners and recreational participants to elite amateurs and professionals, allowing me to understand the varying demands of athletic performance. Furthermore, my research and practice with professional musicians has included studio and touring musicians, as well as other essential music-related professionals who contribute to the industry. These various professions present their own distinct stressors and experiences that can profoundly impact mental fitness. Each profession, while unique, has its own set of clinical skills that contribute to a successful therapeutic journey. Interestingly, the insights I've gained from researching and working with professional among these diverse fields can be translated into universal concerns that resonate across virtually all occupations. This understanding has enabled me to tailor my services effectively to professionals from different backgrounds, addressing their specific challenges while drawing on the shared experiences that underpin our collective quest for well-being. By integrating these diverse perspectives, I strive to create a supportive environment that fosters resilience and mental fitness for individuals in any profession.