Bio
Clinical Interests
I’ve been a counselor for more than twenty years and worked with clients in a variety of settings with a variety of concerns. Most of my experience has been in college settings helping folks navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use disorders, eating disorders, and the sometimes difficult feelings that come with adjusting to a new stage of life. I enjoy crisis intervention and working with folks who experience some form of mild-moderate neurodivergence.
Counseling Style
I identify as an Adlerian with respect to my understanding of how we develop a framework to relate to others and the world in general. In session, I draw heavily from Person-Centered Counseling and cognitively oriented theories (CBT, REBT, Reality Therapy, SFBT). Based on client needs, I also sometimes invite clients to explore existential and spiritual identities as a means to understanding problem etiology and resolution.
Personal
When I am not working, I’m spending time with my wonderful family or indulging my hobbies. I tend to gravitate towards hobbies that lead to concrete results so I like to work on cars, running, and cooking. I acknowledged a long time ago that I am what many would consider a geek – indeed even before it was en vogue to be one.
Education
University of California at San Diego (B.A., Psychology)
University of North Carolina at Greensboro (M.S., Community Counseling)
University of North Carolina at Greensboro (Ph.D., Counseling and Counselor Education)
Internships: Moses Cone Behavioral Health Center; University of North Carolina at Greensboro Counseling and Testing Center