Intro
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New Jersey. I received my Master's from Rutgers University in 2007 and have been a clinical therapist for 15 years. My focus in recent years has been working with adults in a clinical setting.
How would you describe your approach to care?
I'm here to help any client with a willingness to explore positive change. While that looks different in terms of interventions from person to person, a basic desire to better your overall mental health is all that is needed. It is the foundation of building the therapeutic relationship and your needs will be prioritized from your first session. It's important to trust the process.
What should be expected in the first session?
My priority in the beginning of therapy is building rapport with the client so that they are comfortable. Together, we will identify your challenges and goals - where you want your life to be a month, six months, a year from now. Then, we'll identify options and strategies you can use to get there. You'll leave the session with a better understanding of what you're facing with an "actions I can take right now" approach. There will always be room for suggestions concerning our work together, including keeping each other accountable.
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Master of Social Work
Rutgers University
