Stacey Grigas

Psychotherapist
- Assessing, diagnosing, and providing treatment plans for clients.
- Working one-on-one with clients diagnosed with mental health disorders to assist in the management of their symptoms and provide coping skills and techniques to alleviate the negative impacts of the disorders.
Future goals (Professional)
- Provide clients with psychotherapy services to improve their overall quality of life and become a key member of their support team within individual psychotherapy sessions.
- Work in an environment that promotes personal and professional growth.
- Branch out on my own and open my own practice.
- Engage with a wide variety of clientele that represents all walks of life.
- Collaborate with an array of co-workers with different backgrounds and specialties to obtain a comprehensive understanding of treatment options for clients.
- Observe direct or indirect results of the treatment plan designed for each client.
- Provide individuals with a relaxed and judgment-free environment where they feel comfortable disclosing personal information.
These goals align with my values and life themes because I have made a commitment to engage in meaningful work that has a significant impact on others and transform their lives. Growing up was a difficult journey for me, but therapy helped me grow and heal from these challenges. I want to give back to the field and help as many people reach this level of peace in their lives.

GRAD SCHOOL (INTERESTS)
- Gain further understanding of the most current and effective treatments and approaches for clients.
- Gain insight into the various cultural, ethnic, gender, SES, and age components and their distinct perspectives and prominent psychological needs.
- Gain an applicable and transferable skill set through experience that improves the quality of psychological services I provide.

(1) Painting: This activity allows me to express my creativity and imagination. This reveals my strengths of persistence, attention to detail, and originality.
(2) Gardening: This activity taught me patience and learning from your mistakes. I learn new lessons each season regarding plants, soil preferences, techniques, and tactics. This reveals my strengths, such as resilience, determination, adaptability, and perseverance.
(3) Home Projects: This activity indulges my desire to design and build the perfect home with my fiancé. I love interior designing and enjoy switching the house around or updating our furniture. This reveals my strengths in areas such as decision-making, communication, and teamwork.