Welcome to G&G!

Hello,

I'm so glad you found your way to my website!

I know it's important for some people to have background regarding a therapist's experience. Therefore, I'm happy to share a bit about my professional expertise and hope that we'll have the chance to speak more so that I can answer, in more detail, any questions that you may have!

Professional Bio

I have a Masters in Social Work with a concentration in Trauma Counseling and a certification in Violence Against Women & Children from Rutgers University (2011). I currently hold a clinical social worker license in New Jersey, Connecticut, and North Carolina. In addition, I am also a Certified School Social Worker and have worked in the public education setting for 12 years.

During my time working with children and adolescents in the schools, I have served on a child study team evaluating and supporting students in special education. I am currently a crisis counselor for an Essex county high school and have been in this role full-time for 8 years. Working in crisis and supporting students who are most at-risk has become a passion of mine. I have been active in fundraising for suicide prevention and developing innovative programs and services to meet the needs of youth struggling with their mental health.

In addition to my years working in public education, I have also had several years of experience working in non-profit environments serving children and families impacted by child abuse and neglect.

Lastly, I am currently enrolled in the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and am pursing my certification in holistic health coaching. I truly believe that health is WEALTH and addressing all aspects of well-being (mental, spiritual, physical, and emotional) using a whole person approach can lead to the best outcomes for clients.

Are you still with me? If so, let's get to the good stuff.... how I can help!

What you can expect from working with me?

I believe that a strong therapeutic alliance, clear communication, respect, consistency, humor, and a client's commitment to their own growth all lead to the most favorable outcomes in therapy. I'm consistent, reliable, committed, compassionate, and accountable to YOU! I can't expect you to take this seriously if I don't! You are not just my job, your health and well-being matter to me. In fact, I keep my caseload low so I can ensure that I am able to give everyone the quality care they deserve.

You can expect me to provide honest feedback, tools, and resources during our work together. I'll help you take charge of stress & anxiety, develop healthy habits, increase self-awareness & self-compassion, find hope after loss, and more! I will listen without judgement and strive to create the most safe and comfortable environment for you to share your story. I know it's not easy to open up and be vulnerable. It's not easy to face what you need to heal and let your guard down. I know because I've been there. I've sat on your side of the couch! I share this because I strongly believe in practicing what you preach. After all, I surely can't expect you to dig in and do the work if I haven't done my own, right? Therapy has been a support, a resource, and a vehicle towards greater health in my own life. It has helped me to go to the next level both personally and professionally. My goal is to help you do the same. Working with me will be a collaborative process because I believe that YOU are the expert on your own life and experiences. I trust your ability and inherent strength to heal and grow with me simply supporting and guiding you through the process.

Please reach out for a free consultation call!

During our consultation, I'll listen to your reasons for seeking out therapy and determine with you if I'm the best fit for your needs. If so, we'll set up your initial appointment and take it one step at a time from there - no stress! The initial call can be the hardest part but once that's done we'll take this journey together. You got this!

ONE MORE THING .... Meet Gracie Blue!

Gracie Blue loves to be at the office! I know most people think of therapy dogs when animals are in the mix for treatment, but over here at G&G we have Gracie girl who is sweet and sassy, but never mean! During sessions, she loves to nap and snack and every now and then she may provide a few needed laughs chasing her toys around! Have no fear though she is not a bother, will not interrupt your time, and if you are allergic she can be in another room. If you are not allergic, well then I hope you'll look forward to meeting G&G's unofficial therapy cat! :)

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