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I have been practicing as a professional clinical social worker in North Carolina since September of 2018.  My approach is primarily grounded within the humanistic framework; and is very direct, while also being warm, validating, and compassionate. I recognize each person as being the expert on them self, and honor the innate strengths, dignity, and worth of each person. I believe “normalcy” is a complete myth – it does not exist.

 

I actively listen with the intention of fully understanding. I hold the mentality that all people are doing the best they can to function in this big, scary world with the resources and skills they have available to them. I believe there is a function to all behavior, and I work to understand that function rather than placing judgment or blame. It is my intention to create an atmosphere in which people feel fully safe to be entirely them self. 

 

I am an empath, a highly sensitive person (HSP), an open-minded, accepting, kind, nurturing, life-long learner. I welcome the opportunity to collaborate with you, your teen, or family to authentically build hope and to expand your capacity to manage the chaos of life.

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Experience & Qualifications 

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker in NC (C013633) and TN (#9933)

• Master of Social Work degree Appalachian State University 2018 

• Over 7 years of experience providing mental health counseling

 

In my free time.. 

I enjoy listening to music, running, hiking, riding one wheels, playing games (currently Stardew Valley), reading (mostly psych thrillers and psychology books), and spending quality time with my family, friends, and sweet doggos! 

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