what if I’m not ready for counseling?

If needed to be said, you most certainly don’t have to seek help, and can certainly wait. You’re in control of your life concerning seeking therapy. Whenever you are ready, my practice is here to help.

Why wouldn’t I just take medication?

You sure can. Medication can definitely help manage symptoms. However, certain behavioral health journey can be limited by solely using medication to manage your symptoms. Mental health counselors can effectively help by addressing root causes, like unhelpful thought patterns or unresolved experiences. A treatment framework focused on overall growth might combine medication with counseling to promote both symptom relief and deeper healing.

do you only see individuals who are religious or Christian?

No. I do not discriminate anyone seeking counseling based on their spiritual values or sexual orientation.

What kind of service will I get if I had more questions about the “spiritual harm"?

Therapeutic interventions concerning spiritual harm or abuse is an emerging field in need of more research. At this time of writing, what I have found helpful is simple but nuanced: the process of deconstruction with respect to one’s past history regarding interpersonal boundaries - as well as the complex power differentials found in religious settings. Please reach out to me to determine whether or not you need counseling on this topic