Affirmative Life Skills is a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist with extensive training, holding both an LCSW and MSW. Passionate about supporting individuals who are grappling with the weight of life's challenges, they specialize in addressing issues related to depression, trauma, and anxiety. Driven by their own experiences as an infantry soldier in Vietnam, they bring a unique understanding of fear, conflict, and trauma, and how these elements profoundly influence well-being. Having navigated their own path to recovery, Affirmative is committed to guiding others from despair to peace. They work with clients of all ages—preteen to elder—utilizing various therapeutic modalities including Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Their approach is eclectic and integrative, ensuring that treatment is tailored to the individual’s needs and readiness for change. With a strong emphasis on culturally sensitive practices, Affirmative listens deeply to each client, fostering a safe and supportive environment for healing and growth.