Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but my goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can begin exploring your thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace. In our first session, we will focus on getting to know each other, discussing what brings you to therapy, and identifying your goals for treatment. You can expect me to ask about your personal history, current struggles, and past experiences with therapy (if any). We will also talk about what has worked for you in the past, what hasn’t, and any concerns or hesitations you may have. If you're unsure where to start, that’s okay—I will help guide the conversation in a way that feels comfortable for you. This session is also an opportunity for you to ask any questions about my approach, the therapeutic process, and what therapy will look like moving forward. My role is to listen, understand, and work collaboratively with you to create a plan that supports your healing and growth.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

As a therapist, I take a depth-oriented, trauma-informed approach to treatment, helping clients uncover the root causes of their struggles rather than just addressing surface-level symptoms. With a strong foundation in psychodynamic therapy, I guide clients in exploring how past experiences, unconscious patterns, and relational dynamics influence their present challenges. My expertise lies in working with dual-diagnosis clients, particularly those facing substance use disorders, PTSD, and co-occurring mental health conditions. I have extensive experience supporting individuals with histories of trauma, including military veterans, first responders, and survivors of abuse, creating a safe space where they can process emotional wounds and develop healthier coping mechanisms. I also specialize in working with high-risk or resistant clients, including those in pre-contemplation or denial about their substance use, as well as individuals who struggle with oppositional behaviors, paranoia, or emotional dysregulation. Through patience and clinical skill, I help clients gain self-awareness, manage their triggers, and navigate their resistance to change. Recognizing the profound impact of family dynamics in addiction and recovery, I incorporate relational and attachment-based interventions, helping clients address issues such as codependency, enabling, and unresolved attachment wounds. By fostering deeper emotional insight, I support clients in building healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Beyond direct client care, I am passionate about clinical leadership and advocacy, ensuring that therapists, especially interns, receive proper training to handle the complexities of dual-diagnosis treatment. I advocate for higher standards in clinical practice, balancing my work with supervision, mentoring, and interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance the quality of care in residential settings. Ultimately, my goal as a therapist is to help clients achieve deep, lasting transformation—guiding them beyond symptom relief toward meaningful self-discovery, emotional resilience, and long-term recovery.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in working with individuals facing the complex intersection of substance use, trauma, and mental health challenges. My practice is rooted in a psychodynamic approach, helping clients uncover the deeper emotional wounds and relational patterns that drive their struggles.

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