Portfolio

Professional Portfolio

Clinical Excellence

Over 13 years of clinical experience across private practice, intensive outpatient programs, and digital therapeutic resources. A career dedicated to evidence-based approaches that create lasting change.

Impact

By The Numbers

13+
Years Experience
2
Practice Settings
20+
Treatment Topics
6
Specializations
10
Course Modules
15
Resource Chapters
Methodology

Therapeutic Approaches

Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Comprehensive DBT skills training across all four modules: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.

Clinical Hypnotherapy

Board-certified clinical hypnotherapy utilizing evidence-based trance techniques for anxiety, pain management, and behavioral change.

Intensive Outpatient Program

Structured group therapy within IOP settings, facilitating DBT skills groups and process-oriented therapeutic experiences.

Trauma-Informed Care

Phased trauma processing prioritizing safety, stabilization, and empowerment for survivors of complex and developmental trauma.

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction

Structured mindfulness practices including body scan, sitting meditation, and mindful movement for stress and anxiety management.

Positive Outcome Imagery

Guided visualization techniques that leverage the mind-body connection to create new neural pathways for positive behavioral outcomes.

Group Work

IOP Group Expertise

Core DBT Skills

  • Distress tolerance crisis survival strategies
  • Emotion regulation and opposite action
  • Interpersonal effectiveness (DEAR MAN, GIVE, FAST)
  • Core mindfulness and Wise Mind

Personal Growth & Identity

  • Values clarification and goal setting
  • Self-compassion and radical acceptance
  • Identity exploration and integration
  • Building mastery and positive experiences

Healing & Recovery

  • Trauma psychoeducation and safety planning
  • Grounding techniques and window of tolerance
  • Relapse prevention and recovery maintenance
  • Grief processing and meaning-making

Mind-Body Integration

  • Progressive muscle relaxation
  • Guided imagery and visualization
  • Breath work for autonomic regulation
  • Somatic awareness and body scan practices
Frameworks

Original Work

B.E.T.H. / S.E.E.D.S.

Behavioral Engagement Through Healing

A dual-framework approach combining behavioral activation strategies with seed-planting metaphors for sustained therapeutic growth.

I.M.P.R.O.V.E.

Integrated Mind-Body Protocol

A structured protocol for integrating mindfulness, progressive relaxation, and outcome visualization into daily therapeutic practice.

F.A.C.T.

Focused Acceptance Commitment Training

A streamlined approach to acceptance and commitment principles adapted for intensive outpatient and group therapy settings.

Keirsey Integration

Temperament-Based Treatment

Integration of Keirsey Temperament theory into therapeutic assessment and treatment planning for personalized intervention strategies.

O2E

Outcome-to-Experience Bridge

A cognitive bridging technique connecting desired outcomes to present-moment experiences through guided hypnotic processes.

Inner-Selfie

Internal Self-Assessment Tool

A creative self-monitoring framework using internal visualization to track emotional states, cognitive patterns, and behavioral progress.

Credentials

Qualifications

Master's Degree

M.A. Professional Counseling

Graduate-level training in clinical mental health counseling with specialization in evidence-based therapeutic modalities.

Bachelor's Degree

B.A. Psychology

Undergraduate foundation in psychological theory, research methodology, and behavioral science.

Advanced Certification

Clinical Hypnotherapy

National Board Certification in Clinical Hypnotherapy through accredited training and supervised clinical hours.

LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
NBCCH
Natl Board Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist
DBTC
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Certified
NCC
National Certified Counselor
Testimonials

Professional Endorsements

Edward's mastery of DBT combined with clinical hypnotherapy creates a uniquely effective treatment approach. His group work in our IOP program consistently produces measurable client outcomes.
Dr. Sarah Mitchell
Clinical Director, Regional Behavioral Health
A rare clinician who bridges evidence-based rigor with genuine compassion. Edward's original frameworks demonstrate both clinical creativity and therapeutic depth.
Dr. James Thornton
Professor of Clinical Psychology
Edward's trauma-informed approach and his ability to create safety in group settings is exceptional. His clients consistently report feeling seen, heard, and supported.
Maria Gonzalez, LCSW
IOP Program Coordinator
The digital therapeutic resources Edward has developed bring clinical-grade tools to individuals who might not otherwise access them. Truly innovative work.
Dr. Rachel Kim
Digital Health Researcher
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Whether you're seeking individual therapy, interested in group work, or exploring digital resources, Edward is here to support your path toward lasting resilience.