Personal Information

A proud father who is an African-American Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) working with adolescents, couples, families, and agencies.  Adjusting to life during a pandemic has made me more keenly aware of the importance of cherishing each moment with family and friends as well as the importance of expanding our relationships.  My experiences along life's journey have led me to utilize the following motto to guide my practice:  

Supporting Your Courage to Live Your Truth

Regardless of your beliefs, the road to living in your truth will take you on a journey of the spirit/self.  It has always been an honor to walk along that path with each of my clients.  I believe that this is a sacred journey that I am honored to witness with you. 

I engage in this work because of the joy it brings me in seeing a person achieve their goals and learning how to most effectively live in their truth. 

Qualifications

• New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) 
• Psychotherapist / Counselor
• Masters in Clinical Social Work - New York University

Specialties & Issues

I am available to help clients with a variety of concerns including:

- Pandemic related issues             - Racial Equity Issues

- Cross-Cultural Dynamics.              - Anxiety

- Depression                                     - Bereavement

- Guilt                                                - Shame

- Self-esteem                                  - Addiction

- Co-dependency                             - Relationship problems

- Intimacy issues                               - Sexuality 

- Identity confusion                           - Childhood trauma

- Adolescent difficulties                 - School-related issues

- Work-related stress                       - Life transitions

- Trauma

- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning (LGBTQ)

- Attention-Deficit / Hyper-activity Disorder (ADHD)

Approach

In order to support the delicate balance between client and clinician, I tailor my approach to meet the needs of my client.  I am well versed in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Supportive and Motivational counseling.  I have found that no one approach is a "one sized fits all" model and due to my many decades of experience am comfortable matching the approach to meet the needs of each unique client.  

Insurance

Currently not accepting insurance.  

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