I’ve always sought a psychological reason for why we pursue the careers we do… how we find the right intimate partner… why our relationships work or don’t… and, above all, why we experience mental distress.
Really, I’ve always tried to figure out what’s behind good choices and a healthy life.
After years of study, I realize that HOW we approach decisions in life is more important than WHY we make those decisions… probably because the WHY behind our choices is often rooted in our past, whereas the HOW is directly connected to the change we seek.
I’m passionate about wellness.
So, when it comes to the problems people bring to therapy or the behaviors they’d like to change, I think more about what we can do to promote health rather than remove pathology.
Focusing on wellness, we’ll emphasize the importance of your internal strengths and external resources to enhance your skills and satisfaction with life.
Some of my professional background…
I currently provide in-person and online counseling for individuals in Tennessee.
I’ve been recognized for developing psychotherapeutic approaches in medication-assisted treatment (MAT). I no longer work in treatment settings, but if you’re struggling with dependency issues, I’m happy to work with you.
I also provide clinical hypnosis, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma, and integrate Buddhist psychology into Western therapeutic settings.
In my personal life…
I enjoy the outdoors, running and hiking as much as possible in the sun!
I also love spending quality time with my three children.
