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What does affirmative psychotherapy mean to me?
Affirmative psychotherapy is a chance to show clients that who they are matters and has meaning in this world. Validating the feelings and experiences of the traumatized and disenfranchised humanizes people and encourages folx to love themselves and practice self compassion, sometimes for the very first time. That process contributes to the bloom and blossom of their joy, wellness, and hope in this world.

What populations do I work with? What is my level of expertise (friendly, knowledgeable, expert) for each of those populations?
I love working with people– all ages, genders, sexualities, backgrounds, religions, and races. Various abilities and neurodivergencies create a balanced, and I am happy to serve and provide emotional support & tools to help increase problem-solving and social skills.

I’m blessed to work with:

• BIPOC (Black & Indigenous People of Color)
• Men healing from toxic masculinity
• Activists & social justice warriors
• Artists & creatives
• First generation college students
• First generation Americans
• Queer people of color
• Women & Girls
• All ages welcome

What is my approach to healing?
I bring empathy, laughter, and culturally affirming vibes that help people feel at home and safe while practicing vulnerability during therapy sessions. My therapeutic approach is empowering, afrocentric, strength-based, positive, feminist, eclectic, and queer/kink friendly. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy to help reframe and affirm client experiences.

What issues am I most skilled at addressing as a mental health professional?

• Anxiety
• Depression
• LGBTQ+ Issues
• Low self esteem
• Toxic masculinity
• Food, Sex, Internet, and other Addictions
• Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
• Caribbean & Cultural Issues
• Domestic Violence
• Kink lovers & Sexual Minorities
• Adjustment Issues
• Workplace Issues
• Spiritual abuse
• Sexual wellness

EDUCATION & LICENSE

Education: Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work, Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Minor: Women’s Studies

Years in Practice: 3

School: Florida State University

Year Graduated: 2011

License # and State: SW 16663, FL

Additional Credentials: EMDR trained

OFFICE INFORMATION

FINANCES
Fee Range: $85 – $95
Accepted Payment Methods: Debit/Credit
Accepted Insurance Plans:

• Aetna
• All Savers
• AvMed
• Bind
• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Cigna
• EAP: Cigna
• EAP/UnitedHealth/Optum
• Evernorth
• Florida Blue
• Golden Rule
• Humana
• OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions Oscar
• United Health/Optum
• United Medical Resources
• United Healthcare Life Insurance
• United Healthcare Shared Services
• United Healthcare Student Resources