Philosophy of Counseling

We all have struggles in life and at times, hardships can seemingly distance us from any remanence of hope. Sometimes we think if only we can change the world around us, then the consequences will change in our favor. Yet, within this equation lies a hidden factor that often is overlooked by many of us, and this is our belief system. In the existence of an irrational or maladaptive belief system, the consequences often remain static. There is much in the external part of our lives that we have little to no control over, but when we change the belief we operate under the consequences can dramatically be altered. Once we identify the activating event that causes the conflict, we examine the beliefs that create negative feelings that often contribute to our perceived consequences. 

Together we dispute these irrational beliefs and reframe our thoughts in a manner that promotes healthy outcomes and a better sense of well-being. This process begins with the first step of reaching out to connect with the therapeutic process. My goal is of a person-centered approach that focuses on creating a non-judging, empathetic, and unconditionally accepting environment that promotes growth based on your needs and desire for change. Though some belief systems can be buried under resistance, challenging change should occur when the client is involved in a trusting relationship with the counselor. 

I believe clients have all the answers to meet their needs, that they all desire healthy change, and that strength exists in everyone. My task is to help guide those seeking these attributes to discover them for themselves. I enjoy working with diverse clients from all walks of life as we all are part of the whole of our existence.