Specialities:

Life Adjustments & Transitions, Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse, Unpacking Trauma, BIPOC community, LGBTQ+ community, and Building Self-Esteem

Hi there! My name is Abigail (Abby) and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, new to the Ebb & Flow team! 

My passion for counseling has been motivated by my ongoing goal of helping those who feel unseen and unheard. When human beings experience life’s ups and downs, moving forward, cultivating gratitude, or finding a positive outlook can be daunting. One thing we often experience is loneliness, but we do not have to truly be alone. I believe that the therapeutic relationship can tap into the parts of our lives that we have neglected and through talk therapy, we can gain self-awareness, increase sense of self-efficacy, develop self-care, and improve resiliency for overall well-being. 

I have spent the past four years working in community mental health with both self-referred and court mandated clients, providing services in mental health, substance abuse & addiction. I appreciate my work experience thus far as it has provided me with increased perspective and insight into working with diverse populations. My areas of interest include working with life adjustment & transitions, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, unpacking trauma, BIPOC community, LGBTQ+ community, and building self-esteem. 

In session, I often gravitate towards the use of mindfulness techniques, motivational interviewing skills, and cognitive behavioral strategies, however my approach in therapy is eclectic, providing flexibility and a collaborative nature to meet the unique needs of each individual.

I am aware that beginning this process can be overwhelming and may present challenges, but how we understand ourselves and our place in the world is worth exploring! I want each individual to feel seen and heard by illuminating and celebrating differences from a respectful and culturally informed lens. 

As counselors, we have the privilege of being with individuals during times of deep vulnerability and that is not something I take for granted. My hope is to create a safe and compassionate environment that encourages healing by being a consistent source of support for exploration and further understanding. 

In my free time, I enjoy being present and spending time with those I love as well as traveling the world and submerging myself in new experiences!

I look forward to having the opportunity to work with you!