My style of counseling is eclectic. I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, well-versed in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, trained in psychodrama and other expressive art modalities, educated about Adlerian methods in graduate school, perform trauma-informed care, and practice affirmative counseling. However, I tailor the counseling treatment to your needs and preferences. I believe that counseling should help people become more comfortable with uncomfortable thoughts, emotions, and situations. Therefore, preventing people from using toxic coping and avoidance mechanisms. 

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Primarily, I have worked in hospital and clinical settings with people with co-occurring mental health diagnoses, often overlapping with substance concerns. After discharge from the hospital, people were often unable to obtain cost-efficient, available aftercare. I believe that counseling should be easily accessible for all. 

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Just like Annie, the namesake of our counseling service, I enjoy comforting and caring for others without judgment or disrespect. I earned my bachelor’s degree at the University of North Texas and my master’s degree at Southern Methodist University, but the majority of my skills I acquired through life experiences and by learning from others more experienced than myself. 

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Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all treatment, neither is it a miracle cure. If I had the power, I would magically erase all your problems, heartaches, worries, and past hurts. Unfortunately, I do not have that ability. You, however, have the strength to challenge your fears and change your reality to one that is more satisfying. Since you visited this website, I know you are courageous enough to admit that you need a little help. That is one of the hardest things for most of us to do. Now give me, or another provider here, a call or send us a message. We are here to encourage and support you.