We believe therapy is for everyone. Whether you’re hoping to reduce symptoms of severe mental illness or increase daily well-being, there is space for you here. 

In-person or teletherapy sessions begin with working to understand what has brought clients into therapy and establishing goals they hope to achieve. From there, we use interventions personally tailored to each client. Some examples include using psychoeducation to help explain how our mind works, teaching new techniques or behaviors that facilitate positive change, or helping process traumatic events to overcome them in a safe and supportive environment to name a few.

We also consider client feedback to be an important part of therapy. This allows clients an opportunity to address any concerns they may have, adjust the direction of therapy to better meet their goals, and provide an opportunity for clients to improve their experience.

We consider confidentiality one of the key components of the therapeutic relationship. Your stories, personal feelings, emotions, and histories are your privilege to share and completely yours to entrust within the confines of your sessions. If you are meeting in the office, please know that the utmost effort has gone into making the room secure and private. If online sessions are held within your own home, you can feel comfortable that you are in control of the environment around you.

Prior to your first session, you will review a disclosure statement. This agreement includes informed consent and clarifies how information is shared and kept confidential. It should be noted that there are a few exceptions to the limitations of confidentiality, in accordance with Texas state law as well as professional ethics and guidelines:

     ▪ If there is reason to believe a client is at risk of hurting themselves or another person
     ▪ If information is disclosed about the abuse of a child, elderly person, or disabled person
     ▪ If client information is subpoenaed for court
     ▪ If the client provides written consent

In the event confidential information must be disclosed, every effort will be made to uphold and protect your rights as well as inform you prior to the disclosure of information.

Each client has a unique background, distinct goals, and varying availability. We often find that significant progress can be made within six to eight sessions. Some clients see progress sooner, others prefer to work more slowly and deliberately if their journey is prolonged.

We are committed to providing tools and preparation to equip you beyond your sessions. It is not in your best interest to keep you longer than you need help, nor is it ethical practice for therapy to extend beyond the goals and needs of the client. We hope to empower you as a person, helping you meet your emotional and relational goals and equipping you to do so long after sessions have ended.

Don’t worry, we don’t take it personally. Not everyone is a good fit and we completely get that. You have the right to choose your therapist and to switch therapists at any time. We want you to feel good about your choice and will work hard to find the right therapist for you, even if that means referring you to providers outside this practice. If you don’t feel like we are a good fit, just let me know and we can refer you to another therapist.

We are dedicated to working within my vision, mission, & values to provide personalized and empathetic support, empowering individuals to navigate challenges, embrace positive change, and achieve their goals.

Vision:
To lead Clear Skies Counseling as a forward-thinking therapy office, dedicated to igniting profound personal growth through a fusion of strategic therapy, evidence-based practices, and individually-tailored approaches.

Mission:
To cultivate an environment of healing and growth, where individuals, couples & families discover comfort, transformation, and empowerment that encourages personal development, ultimately guiding our clients toward lives of resilience and purpose.

Core Values:
Integrity - We highly value the trust that clients impart upon me as they bravely share their vulnerabilities while seeking change and personal growth. My priority is to protect that trust and hold myself to the highest standards of honesty, transparency, and ethical conduct.

Respect - We honor the worth and autonomy of every individual. I strive to create an environment where diverse perspectives, experiences, and choices are revered to ensure that everyone feels heard, understood, and valued.

Excellence - We are committed to delivering the highest quality of care grounded in evidence-based practices and continuous professional growth. 

Collaboration - We believe in the power of actively working with clients to create an environment of shared insights and co-creation by fostering open communication, active listening, and the exchange of ideas.

Innovation - Clear Skies Counseling is a forward-thinking office, that is inspired to continuously search for novel ideas, techniques, and strategies that align with the individual preferences and needs of each client.

Consistency - Consistency is the key to success. We are consistent with my thoughts, beliefs, values, and actions to foster steadfast support, create a stable and nurturing environment, and bring a reliable approach to every interaction to build trust and dependability.