I believe that everyone is doing their best at any given time and are motivated to be the best version of themselves possible, although that does not mean that we always know how to get there. Having a therapeutic relationship with a trusted therapist can provide a safe place to process difficult emotions, help identify patterns of thinking and behavior that no longer serve us, or outline goals for the future and develop a plan of action. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). My education includes a Bachelor of Science from Penn State University, a Master of Education in School Counseling from West Chester University, and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Trauma and Resilience from Wilmington University. I have clinical experience ranging from field experience working with children and adolescents within a school setting to 7 years of experience working with adults in substance use treatment programs and their family members. My current role as a psychotherapist working with adults on a primarily individual basis to cope with life’s challenges is where I find tremendous fulfillment and compatibility. These diverse experiences have allowed me to develop a passion for working with people to improve their ability to cope with life’s many challenges, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma, grief and loss, substance use, codependency, and family or relationship struggles. I specialize in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Trauma-Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, Relapse Prevention, Solution-Focused Therapy and Psychoeducation to develop an approach that is individualized for every client.