Adaptation is a never-ending process, since change is the only constant in our lives. As Charles Darwin once said, “It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent, but rather the one most responsive to change.” Sometimes it can feel as though we barely have the energy to survive, let alone feel capable of thriving as our ideal self. Other times in life we may feel overwhelmed with beneficial and/or difficult change. We are a social species, which means we learn, evolve, and thrive when we are in relationships that provide a container of safety and trust for us to show up in an authentic and vulnerable way. I strive to create this type of relationship with every family, couple or individual I have the honor of joining in their time of growth and reorganization.
Prior to finding my passion as a therapist, I served in the Army as a military police officer. While completing my undergraduate work in anthropology at UNLV, I had time to reflect upon my role overseas and my motivations as an adolescent for joining the military. These insights forced me to reconsider the purpose and meaning I was creating for myself, which lead to a desire to heal myself and bring my gifts to others on their journey. I believe what we create in our external world is a reflection of what we feel and think internally. As the son of a single mother, I most enjoy working with youth or men who may be struggling to define their masculinity as they work through the societal and cultural influences of our time. My experiences growing up in Las Vegas and backpacking for about a year in over 20 countries has fostered an open, curious and cross-cultural mind, which drives me to work with clients who create a unique lifestyle or those who come from diverse backgrounds. Furthermore, throughout my undergrad and graduate education I have taken a variety of classes in human sexuality, which drives me to work with clients around these topics as I am working towards becoming an AASECT sex therapist.
One of the most significant truths I have learned as a therapist is that each of us has our own inner guru/healer and it is my duty to learn from and respect this source of wisdom in each person I have the honor to work alongside. From this point of connection, I then seek to balance heart and mind, Eastern and Western theoretical orientations, and a myriad of interventions, tools, and techniques from my ever-growing practice as a systemic therapist. As Buddha said, “No one saves us but ourselves. No one can and no one may. We ourselves must walk the path.” I would be honored to join you and your loved ones on the path. Please give me a call or let’s set up a time to connect to see how if I am a good fit for your goals. Thank you!
