Clinicians who offer sliding scale payment structures may offer lower or reduced fees based on an individual's ability to pay. Please contact this clinician for more details regarding their fees or sliding scale policy.My Approach to Helping
Healing Through Affirmation, Resilience and Growth
At Valiant Minds Counseling, I provide a compassionate, trauma-informed approach to therapy, ensuring that every client has a safe, affirming space to explore their experiences, heal from past pain, and build a more fulfilling future.
I specialize in trauma recovery, grief support, and LGBTQIA+ mental health, tailoring therapy to each individual’s unique journey. I recognize that healing is deeply personal and connected to identity, relationships, and cultural background. My goal is to help clients reclaim their sense of self, build resilience, and create meaningful change.
With years of experience as a domestic violence counselor, I bring a specialized focus on trauma-informed care, resilience-building, and emotional empowerment.
Therapeutic Approach and Specialties
I use an integrative, client-centered approach, drawing from evidence-based therapies that promote healing and self-empowerment:
✔ Relational-Cultural Therapy – Exploring the role of relationships in personal growth
✔ Motivational Interviewing (MI) – Strength-based approach to personal change
✔ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Restructuring thought patterns for emotional well-being
✔ Narrative Therapy – Reframing personal stories to foster resilience
✔ Person-Centered Therapy – Providing empathy and nonjudgmental support
✔ Grief Counseling – Navigating loss and emotional healing
✔ Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) – Addressing trauma’s impact with evidence-based strategies
Education and Credentials
🎓 PhD Candidate in Counselor Education & Supervision | Duquesne University (In Progress)
🎓 Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | Kutztown University
🎓 Bachelor of Arts in Liberal ArtsEducation | Hampshire College
Professional Memberships and Certifications
✔ American Counseling Association (ACA)
✔ Pennsylvania Counseling Association (PCA)
✔ Chi Sigma Iota (DU Chapter, 2023-24)
✔ Seeking Safety (Trauma & Addiction Treatment, 2022)
✔ Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence (PCADV) Core Service Training (2020)
✔ UPMC CHAMPIONS Training (Clinical Homicide & Aggression Management, 2023)
Take the Next Step in Your Healing Journey
I am committed to helping clients navigate life’s challenges with resilience and self-compassion. If you are ready to take the next step toward emotional wellness, I am here to support and empower you.
