Hello – I am Jackie a licensed therapist that has worked in the behavioral health and occupational field for over a decade. My mission as a therapist is to help you navigate through life’s challenges and support you throughout the journey . I maintain a judgment-free space, a space that is challenging and comfortable, and a process that is enlightening as well as retrospective. Using a strengths-based perspective, I am able deploying personal strengths to aid recovery and empowerment to help you overcome obstacles in your life. I pride myself on not only being helpful in our sessions but giving you tools that you can take with you that have real world applications. I take an individualized approach with each client, using solution-focused, Motivational Interviewing, and cognitive behavioral strategies. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, addiction, coping with life transitions and relationship issues, and career difficulties. I also have a strong background in teaching people how to use coping skills relating to anxiety, boundaries, and confidence building. I also have a significant amount of experience assisting people build effective communication skills which are important in successful relationships, work environments and family situations. Thank you for your interest and congratulations in taking the first steps toward therapy and making the life changes you want to make!