Unlike traditional forms of therapy that take time to analyze problems and past life events, the style of therapy I use concentrates on finding solutions in the present time and exploring one’s hope for the future to find quicker resolution of one’s problems. This method takes the approach that you know what you need to do to improve your own life and, with the appropriate coaching and questioning, you are capable of finding the best solutions. I attempt to integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy into Solution Focused Therapy. Through a genuine relationship with a therapist, and real effort on the part of clients, many find the hope and healing they seek.
Some teenagers and children have some difficulty adjusting to life changes and other losses such as moving to a new neighborhood or school. A therapist can help them cope with grief and loss. Some adolescence may experience challenges with their behavior or mood while others may have difficulty interacting with peers and in other social situations. Teens and children may experience changes in mood, irritability, or they may sleep or eat more or less than they normally do. Some adolescences may act out while others become withdrawn and experience less enjoyment in activities.
I use different approaches based on the needs of the client, from cognitive behavioral therapy to social skills training, family therapy and play therapy helping teens and kids live happy and healthy lives.
If Christian therapy is requested we will integrate Christian values and principles into our conversation. Christian counselors believes that at the core of what they do helping others achieve a better understanding of themselves and God is fundamental, and bringing in the Holy Spirit's conviction will help lead us on the right path. Christian counselors seek to make people aware of the sin in their lives that has caused them suffering but also come to know the immense worth and value they have as a person to God.