Counselor/Therapist, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC and Certified Hypnotherapist, CHt
I have been working with chronic pain and illness for over 20 years. I am a certified wellness instructor and a certified hypnotherapist. My office also offers Reiki services.
With a PhD in Health Psychology and almost 20 years of practice in the field, I have clinically-proven skills to help manage many physical issues such as chronic pain, migraines, tension headaches, dysautonomia, Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), sport injury and recovery, and other chronic illnesses. It is important to address both the mental and physical aspects of these issues, as both impact one another greatly.
Have you ever felt isolated by having a disease that is rare, misunderstood, but affects your daily life? Have you felt othered by your identity or place in the world? Specifically, I specialize in depression and anxiety, and work with individuals experiencing the effects of trauma, diversity issues, and chronic health issues.
I specialize in Health Psychology that includes coping with medical illnesses, improving health behaviors, and coping with pain and other physical symptoms. I specialize in addressing these issues with both individuals and couples. I have specialized training in working with individuals with such health issues and/or health behavior goals, and experience working with couples in which one or both partners are impacted by health issues or behaviors. I utilize a range of empirically supported approaches to address your individualized needs in these areas.
My treatment for chronic pain emphasizes managing discomfort and improving life satisfaction, employing techniques that enhance coping skills and encourage active participation in enjoyable activities. This approach aims to diminish the impact of pain on daily life, fostering resilience and a greater sense of well-being.