Clay Community Counseling

How do you approach holistic well-being with your clients or audience?I view my client as a whole person and do not just focus on the mental health piece alone. For example, I have had clients come in for sexual dysfunction which they believe to be a result of past sexual trauma, so we do the trauma therapy, but I also refer the client to a doctor to rule out any physical causes of the sexual dysfunction such as hormones not being at the level they should be.

What challenges do you see in helping people sustain healthy habits?Often times the environment the client is in can be a barrier. It can be hard to stay well in an environment (home, workplace, etc…) that is toxic or unhealthy. Lack of motivation is often a factor too, especially with depression.

What motivates you in this industry every day?Being able to help people. I have always had such a love for others and I consider it to be such a blessing that people allow me into the most sensitive parts of their lives and I get to be part of their healing journey. This is a very special thing and even on my most difficult days it motivates me.