Olivia is a licensed master’s of social work and psychotherapist who graduated from Wayne State University in 2019 where she studied art therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. She has clinical experience working with children, families, and adults in outpatient, community mental health, school, and health care settings. As a nationally certified trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapist, she specializes in supporting children through post traumatic growth. 

Olivia believes that all persons are resilient and capable of thriving when their needs are met. She utilizes attachment, trauma, art, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and play therapy informed interventions to empower clients to strengthen relationships, enhance coping abilities, and expand insight. 

Olivia is intentional about being curious about each person’s unique experience and forming a strong therapeutic relationship with her clients, bringing authenticity, cultural humility, LGBTQ+ affirmation, empathy, non-judgment, humor, and creativity into the work. Olivia is passionate about championing young adults and women. She is eager to connect with and support children ages six and up, adolescents, parents, as well as adults as they reach their goals.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• Adjustment Disorders

• Anxiety & Panic Disorders

• Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder (ADHD)

• Behavioral Issues

• Communication Effectiveness

• Coping Skills

• Depression & other Mood Disorders

• Emotion Regulation

• Emotional Awareness

• Grief & Loss

• Interpersonal Relationship Issues

• Life Transitions

• Parenting Issues

• Self-esteem Issues

• Social Skill Building

• Stress Management

• Trauma & Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

• Women’s Issues

• Young Adults

TREATMENT MODALITIES

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Compassion Focused Therapy

• Humanistic Interpersonal Therapy

• Humor & Real-life Experiences

• Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT)

• Patient-Centered Therapy

• Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

• Trauma-Informed Therapy (TIC)

CREDENTIALS

• Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW)