Welcome to BetterHelp! Glad you found your way here and are reaching out! Every therapist is different and unique – just like you – so I hope this introduction gives you a better feel for who I am and what I try to offer. I have worked all over the USA in different settings – mostly just helping out. I have lived mostly in Ohio & Florida – but did internships in Roanoke, VA, Souix Falls, South Dakota, & Mobile/Tuscaloosa, AL. I do tend to focus on the positive, self-care, and solutions – actual tips and techniques to apply – than just talking alone. I do believe the way we talk to ourselves matters – so I do try to point out negative thoughts. This is the basis of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (which has proven to be very effective!). I have worked with all walks of life and am very non-judgmental and open-minded. I do try to use an eclectic / comprehensive approach – using whatever I can that will work best for you. The techniques are all Evidence-Based Therapies – the founders that I would say I pull the most from are Rogers, Maslow, Beck, Burns, Gottman, Shiparo, Linehan, and Kubler-Ross. The methods of these Psychologists are Unconditional Positive Regard, CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. If any of this sounds what you are looking for – Hope to be of comfort for your journey and to be service!