Autumn Ruscigno, LMHC. I’m a licensed mental health counselor with 12+ years of mental health and healthcare experience. I am a mental health counselor and have been independently licensed since 2016 and have worked in mental health since 2012 I have extensive knowledge of mental illnesses and knowledge and understanding of psychopharmacology. My areas of focus include mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma. In addition, I have experience with couples, adjustment issues, and grief & loss. I believe in the power of collaboration and client empowerment. My approach My approach to building a trusting relationship includes weaving evidence-based practices and humor into our sessions. Whether you are struggling with processing trauma, rewriting your narrative, negative self-talk, or learning ways to manage anxiety. I believe in the importance of authentic human connection and the significance of therapeutic relationships as the mechanism of change. I rely on my education, experience, and your view of your life and goals to guide my session structure and treatment planning. My focus I enjoy working with individuals, couples, & adolescents from any cultural, ethnic, spiritual, & socioeconomic backgrounds who are seeking change. I have the most experience with treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and trauma. I am in the process of obtaining a complex trauma certification My communication style I strive to create a non-judgmental, friendly, and humorous atmosphere. I deeply listen to help identify patterns needing change and strategies to face what lies ahead. I work best with those who are motivated to examine their thought and behavior and are willing to be open and authentic. If you're looking for an unbiased perspective and desire to feel seen and validated, I’d be honored to work with you to design the life and self you are seeking.