Professional Identity
Personal Philosophy
The commonality between all people is that each person has their own uniqueness. Whether that be a unique personality, ability, talent, attribute, and so on. I believe that when uniqueness is recognized within oneself it can help you get through challenging situations, and with the right support and approach, healing and lasting change are possible and within reach for anyone.
My Approach
My role is simple, I am here to support you and work alongside you, treating you as the unique individual you are. I see you as a whole person, who is worthy of love and unconditional acceptance, regardless of where you are on your journey. By fostering a safe space, you can feel comfortable sharing and discovering parts of yourself and rebuild your sense of control and empowerment. I will meet you where you are at and understand that authentic connection and compassionate care are true catalysts for lifelong change. Therapy is not a one-size fits all, so my approach to counseling is tailored to meet your needs. However, all therapeutic work is done through a trauma-informed and trained lens. I utilize a combination of Existential Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques, Therapeutic Art, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Uniqueness As Your Strength
Being unique is a strength! And we can utilize our strengths as tools to push through barriers and advocate for ourselves. At the end of the day, my hope is that you feel guided, supported, and empowered to recognize your abilities, understand your strengths, and have confidence in the choices you make, leading you to live an independent and meaningful life.
CRCC Scope of
Practice Statement
Rehabilitation counseling is a systematic process that assists persons with physical, mental, developmental, cognitive, and emotional disabilities to achieve their personal, career, and independent living goals in the most integrated setting possible through the application of the counseling process. The counseling process involves communication, goal setting, and beneficial growth or change through self-advocacy, psychological, vocational, social, and behavioral interventions. The specific techniques and modalities utilized within this rehabilitation counseling process may include, but are not limited to:
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assessment and appraisal
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diagnosis and treatment planning
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career (vocational) counseling
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individual and group counseling treatment interventions focused on facilitating adjustments to the medical and psychosocial impact of disability
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case management, referral, and service coordination
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program evaluation and research
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interventions to remove environmental, employment, and attitudinal barriers
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consultation services among multiple parties and regulatory systems
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job analysis, job development, and placement services, including assistance with employment and job accommodations
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provision of consultation about and access to rehabilitation technology
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Rehabilitation counselors provide services within the Scope of Practice for Rehabilitation Counseling. They demonstrate beliefs, attitudes, knowledge, and skills to provide competent rehabilitation counseling services and to work collaboratively with diverse groups of individuals, including clients, as well as with programs, institutions, employers, and service delivery systems and provide both direct (e.g., counseling) and indirect (e.g., case review, feasibility evaluation) services. Regardless of the specific tasks, work settings, or technology used, rehabilitation counselors demonstrate adherence to ethical standards and make reasonable efforts to ensure the standards are vigorously enforced.
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(Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification, 2021)
