As a PTSD survivor and a bereaved mother, I understand personally and professionally the connection between positive, validating support and the healing process. Building a rapport and therapeutic alliance is the most important part of all counseling relationships. I have extensive training and experience in the areas of trauma and grief techniques and I will use an emotionally safe, non judgmental approach to guide you on your journey towards healing. I have years of experience with very different populations, including family systems, victims of violent crimes, grief and loss, and trauma and PTSD. I focus on building our rapport at first so I can help create an environment where you feel safe. My greatest strengths, as I have been told by past clients, are my ability to be "real" with my clients, my use of humor, my shared personal experiences, and my years of experience in the field.