Awakenings counseling center

I believe that everyone is unique, and I love to draw from a variety of perspectives, theoretical orientations, and therapeutic approaches to find the best treatment for each individual I work with. I truly enjoy working alongside my clients to develop skills that work best for them, helping foster growth in all aspects of their lives. My goals are to help you find your identity through personal growth, discover your purpose, develop confidence to learn new skills, build meaningful relationships, and gain the tools needed for success in life.

I have special interests in life transitions, grief and loss, relationships, and LGBTQ+ issues. I have training in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), Brainspotting (BSP), crisis intervention, relationship counseling, and trauma-informed care.

I’ve been working with clients since 2019. I graduated from Brenau University with a Master’s in Clinical Counseling and earned my license as a Professional Counselor (LPC). I also hold a Bachelor of Science with a minor in statistics from Kennesaw State University. I am a proud member of the American Counseling Association.

My goal is to provide a supportive and effective therapeutic experience, tailored to help you achieve your mental health goals. Please feel free to ask me any questions about the approaches I’m using at any time. I look forward to working with you on your journey to healing and well-being.

Take the first step toward a more fulfilling life by scheduling a session today. Together, we can work towards creating the life you’ve always envisioned.

Brainspotting (BSP): Developed by David Grand, PhD, in 2003, BSP is a unique psychotherapy approach that uses your field of vision to locate eye positions, or “Brainspots,” that correlate with your neural and emotional experiences. By focusing on these Brainspots, BSP helps identify, process, and release core sources of emotional pain, trauma, and other challenging symptoms. This method combines diagnosis and treatment, using bilateral sound and fixed eye positions to enhance deep healing. BSP is particularly effective for treating trauma, significantly reducing tension and hyper-arousal linked to fight, flight, or freeze responses.

What Intensives Are

Intensives are extended therapy sessions (half-day or full-day) designed to accelerate progress when weekly sessions aren’t enough. They’re ideal for addressing trauma, emotional blocks, or major life transitions using Brainspotting.

Who They’re For

Clients who want focused work without the interruption of weekly scheduling, or those seeking momentum after a plateau in therapy.

What to Expect

Each intensive includes a 1 hour consultation beforehand to clarify goals and a 1 hour follow-up after the work. Breaks are built in throughout the day.

Investment

Each intensive includes a 1-hour planning session, the customized intensive itself (3–5 hours per day, one or two consecutive days), and at least one 1-hour follow-up session for integration and ongoing support.

The investment for a one-day intensive begins at $1,200, which covers:

• Planning session ($150)
• 3-hour intensive ($200/hour)
• Post-intensive session ($150)
• $300 administrative and materials fee

Two-day or extended intensives are available and priced accordingly based on total hours.

Insurance does not cover intensive work, and payment is due at booking.

How to Schedule

Request a consultation through the contact form, and we’ll discuss the best structure for your needs.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Alongside BSP, I also use DBT, which focuses on teaching skills in mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT is particularly effective for individuals struggling with emotional dysregulation, self-harm, and relationship difficulties.