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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 partner. 

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