She/Her
Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker
Pre-license number: 110449
Under the supervision of Saraa Doris Lee
My approach to treating OCD is collaborative and supportive. It's important to establish comfort before beginning treatment. We'll be working together to address barriers, experiences, and goals for improving your quality of life. In my free time, I enjoy eating at my favorite restaurants, cooking, taking my dog out to play at the park, and going to amusement parks. Being outside and enjoying the scenery (with amazing food) is something that brings comfort and serenity. Fun fact: I make it a goal to kayak or jet-ski at least once a year.
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I'm happy you're here today. The first step is the hardest, and you've done the challenging part.
For many of us, a significant life event brings us to the helping profession. Mine was when my sister was born. Because of her medical conditions, my family and I met with helping professionals who supported and guided us through the healing process. Those providers gave us strength by creating a secure, comforting, and supportive environment. I knew I needed to pass on what was given to me. I chose social work and my innate passion for therapy. I hope to bring the security, comfort, and supportive environment I once experienced.
What drew me toward specializing in OCD is the significant success rate of the intervention used here at NOCD. Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy is known to be the most effective OCD treatment. This proven treatment requires strong collaboration, which I believe is essential. By specializing in OCD, I aim to better support my members and this growing population.
I have many years of experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults on many behavioral, social, emotional, and environmental concerns. In recent years, I've helped people manage intrusive thoughts, cognitive distortions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, self-regulation, and safety factors. I create a member-centered environment where I treat members as experts, and I'm there to guide and support them. I emphasize healthy therapeutic relationships where there is no judgment in treatment.
I understand how challenging it can be to ask for support. I'm happy you're here today. The first step is the hardest, and you have done the challenging part. I want you to know that NOCD focuses on OCD and similar disorders, which means we'll have effective treatment plans and goals for you. I will make sure you feel safe and supported during your sessions. This will always be a collaborative effort with a common goal.
I know it will be hard to share some thoughts at the beginning. That's why I believe the most important part of treatment is establishing safety and a therapeutic relationship in the first few sessions. I create a genuine connection that allows the people I'm working with to be their full authentic selves in treatment. I will never force you to share anything you're not ready for. My goal is to collaborate with you and encourage you to feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and experiences with OCD
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