You may be someone who is used to figuring things out on your own. You think deeply, hold yourself to high standards, and often push through challenges without asking for help.
But at some point, insight alone stops being enough. The same patterns keep showing up — overthinking, pressure, mental fatigue — even when you understand what’s happening.
This is where therapy can shift from insight to change.
My approach is structured, practical, and focused on helping you understand how your mind works — not just talk about what you’re feeling.
I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) along with mindfulness-based strategies to help you recognize patterns, shift unhelpful thinking, and respond differently to challenges.
Therapy here is not about quick fixes, but about building a clearer, more grounded relationship with your thoughts, emotions, and decisions.
Education & Training
My work is grounded in years of focused training in how people think, respond, and change.
I hold a doctoral degree in Counseling Education and Supervision (Sam Houston State University) and a master’s degree in Counseling Education (University of St. Thomas), along with a professional counseling license.
More importantly, this training allows me to approach our work together in a structured, thoughtful way — helping you not only gain insight, but translate that insight into tangible change.
Expertise
My work is deeply grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), one of the most well-researched and effective approaches in mental health care.
I trained at the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy, where leaders in the field such as Aaron T. Beck and Judith Beck have shaped the foundation of this work. I also completed a year of supervision through the institute.
In 2012, I became a Diplomate of the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies — a distinction held by a relatively small number of therapists and reflecting advanced competency in CBT.
What this means for you is a more focused, structured approach to understanding your patterns and creating meaningful, lasting change.
On a personal note
I consider myself fortunate. After a cancer diagnosis several years ago, my perspective on health, self-care, and what truly matters began to shift in meaningful ways.
That experience deepened not only my appreciation for life, but also my understanding of how people navigate uncertainty, fear, and change.
Outside of my work, I value a lifestyle that supports both physical and mental well-being, and I bring that same perspective into the work I do with my clients — with a focus on balance, sustainability, and self-understanding.
If you’re looking for a more structured, grounded way to understand and work through what you’re facing, you’re welcome to reach out.
Email me:
contact@innerwellnesscc.com