My approach focuses on primarily using ""evidence-based"" methods, which have scientific research behind their effectiveness.

That said, I cannot guarantee your results. I can, however, promise to provide therapy in an ethical and caring way to help you have a positive experience.

Yes. All of my services are fully HIPAA compliant in order to provide you the safe and confidential space you deserve.

However, there are exceptions to confidentiality that fall under "mandated reporting", and are obligated by law to report. Please reach out if you have questions about this.

During your first appointment the main objective is to get to know you, hear your story, and for me to understand your hopes for therapy. I make a point to understand you in a broader context than just the concerns that led you to therapy. This ultimately serves as a guide to allow me to help you the most throughout your treatment plan.

Usually, the only exception to this approach is if someone has a very immediate concern and requires immediate coping skills or safety planning. If that is the case, I can focus on your current concern and come back to all the other stuff at a better time.

You can get contact me by phone or email. You can find the information directly through my contact page.

Typical sessions with me are 50 minutes.

"Trauma-informed" refers to an approach to therapy and not a specific therapeutic treatment. This approach allows me to take into account the potential impact of a traumatic event, and be aware of the context, repercussions, triggers and specific needs. At Found Hope Counseling I use "evidence-based" methods through the trauma-informed lens.

I am focused on treatments that have demonstrated effectiveness, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

In addition, I commonly use other techniques from Strength-Based Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) depending on the patient needs.

In the field of counseling and psychology, the Christian Integration approach seeks to rebuild the bridge between science and faith. It values what each perspective adds to our profession and seeks to integrate the unique qualities of each so that they both play a part in the mental health conversation.

Hayley Nashrallah, APCC wrote an article about it. You can find it in the resource section.

The short answer is no. There is a difference and clients should know which approach they’re signing up for. Having appropriate expectations is very helpful in protecting against confusion and potential hurt.

If you can imagine a spectrum with me, it would start with Traditional Therapy (science only) on one end, Christian Integration in the middle (science and faith), and Biblical Counseling (faith only) on the other end.

In my opinion, there is a place for each of these approaches (for example, receiving counseling services through your church vs. a licensed mental health professional).

All clients are different, and therefore, I do not have a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I am licensed and trained in a variety of evidence-based methods so that I can tailor the therapy experience depending on the requirements of each client. Offering a faith-based orientation means there is one more tool available in my toolbox, and with that, more opportunities to offer hope and healing to clients.

I am focused on treatments that have demonstrated effectiveness, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).

My hope is that combining the strengths of both psychology and faith into my therapeutic approach may just make all the difference in someone’s healing journey – and that someone maybe you. Please reach out if you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment.

Therapy sessions designed for kids revolve around Play Therapy and, potentially, some Art Therapy as well.

I value play therapy as it allows kids to express themselves in their most natural language: play, without forcing them to communicate in the way adults do.

That said, I prioritize the client’s needs and goals when choosing a method or approach.

Absolutely! Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a great method for kids and teens dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, Behavioral problems. Crisis Oriented Recovery Services (CORS) is also a fantastic evidence-based treatment that helps kids and teens address recent trauma so they can come up with adaptive coping skills.

I accept cash, check, or credit card for payments.

I am an out-of-network provider for insurance companies, so I do not take insurance directly.

But, if you have PPO insurance, I can provide you with a superbill which can often be submitted to your insurance company for partial reimbursement.

I accept cash, check, or credit card for payments.