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“I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it.” – Maya Angelou

 

Meet the Therapist

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Hi, I’m a Licensed Associate Counselor who cares deeply about helping others heal from painful pasts so they can move forward in life with hope, grace, and a renewed love for themselves and others. I work with individuals navigating challenges such as relationship struggles, feeling overwhelmed by stress or anxiety, or feeling stuck and unsure how to move beyond depression.

 

My approach is rooted in empathy, acceptance, and connection. One way trauma is described is as “unwitnessed pain,” and when that pain is shared and held by a compassionate person, it begins to lose the power it has over you. My role is to walk with you through that process - offering safety, understanding, and practical tools to help you reclaim your life.

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How I Can Help

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I work with both teens and adults, offering a safe, supportive space to work through life’s challenges and grow into the best version of yourself. Together, we can focus on:

• Finding calm in the chaos – Learn practical tools to manage stress, anxiety, and overwhelm so you can feel more grounded and at peace.

• Setting healthy boundaries – Gain the confidence to speak up, protect your time, and prioritize your needs without guilt.

• Navigating life changes – Whether it’s a new season, career shift, relationship change, or unexpected transition, we’ll walk through it together.

• Building self-worth – Develop a deeper sense of confidence and appreciation for who you are.

• Parenting and family support – Get guidance for strengthening family relationships and navigating the ups and downs of parenting.

• Strengthening relationships – Improve communication, deepen trust, and create more meaningful connections with the people who matter most.

• Exploring your values and faith – Discover what matters most to you and how it can guide your decisions and relationships.

• Moving forward with purpose – Let go of what’s holding you back so you can embrace your next chapter with clarity and hope.

 

My Therapeutic Approach

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I use techniques from several different clinical approaches, tailoring each to fit the needs of each person and situation. Therapies that have been shown to be effective in treating trauma, attachment wounds, anxiety, depression, and grief include:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT)

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Solution-Focused Therapy

• Enneagram work to increase self-awareness and relational health

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Credentials and Experience

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• Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies – Grand Canyon University

• Associate of Applied Science in Sign Language Interpreting – Phoenix College

• Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling – Grand Canyon University

 

Christian Counseling (Optional)

Healing That Honors Your Values

The heart of Healing 180 Counseling is to extend God’s love by nurturing emotional, physical, and spiritual wellness. For those who desire it, I offer Christian counseling that blends biblical wisdom with research-based practices.

 

Whether you want to integrate faith fully, occasionally, or not at all - your preferences will always be respected. You don’t need to hold any particular belief to receive compassionate, high-quality care here.

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Supervised by Mears Amundson, MA, LPC