What do I do at the Counseling Center?

As a Counseling Extern, I provide individual counseling to students. In addition to individual work, I assist students with connecting to resources, co-facilitate therapy groups, provide workshops, and help to create an environment where everyone can feel accepted.

What it's like to work with me?

Working with me means you’ll find a place you will not be judged–regardless of what you look like or the thoughts you are having. I believe change happens when clients feel accepted, validated, supported and pushed in ways that help them grow. My counseling style blends a mix of person centered counseling and Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques.  I’m passionate about supporting students from all backgrounds and walks of life, especially those from communities that have often been overlooked or marginalized. I also have a deep interest in helping those with high-risk mental health issues. My aim is to allow a client a place where for one hour they can share their burdens with me and allow me to hold it with them–in the hopes that they feel a bit lighter after they leave.

What do I do at JMU outside of the Counseling Center?

Outside of the Counseling Center, I am in my third and final year of JMU’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling M.A./Ed.S. program. I enjoy staying active through exercise and spending time outdoors, whether it’s hiking, walking, or birdwatching. I love reading, spending time with my girlfriend, and chatting with my friends. I also enjoy meeting new people and promoting mental health awareness to the students at JMU.