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

Every session is scheduled for 55 min, intended to support growth and help cultivate authentic joy in a welcoming atmosphere of connection. If you’re using EAP or cash, the first session allows us to use a more casual pace while I begin to learn about who you are, the story of your path to therapy, what kind of support and/or guidance you desire and what you hope to achieve here. If you expressed interest in spiritual integration, we’ll use part of the first session to begin exploring your spirituality and discuss ways to use it in our work together. If you’re using traditional health insurance, our first session will be dedicated to making sure I have the information needed for the diagnostic assessment and treatment plan (as required by your insurance company). Before saying goodbye I check in to see if there's anything you wanted to get out of your time that we missed (identify what you might like on the agenda for the beginning of next session), we'll discuss what you'd like work on/accomplish before we meet again, and we'll schedule the next session.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I truly love when clients are in charge of their own transformation process and grow right out of therapy! My approach to therapy fosters light and love, for a sense of safety when clients are ready to examine the darker parts of themselves, their current struggles and their pasts. My open mind and creative nature help clients explore their passions and spirituality, leveraging these resources to reach goals and promote long-term wellness. I have a gift of constant awareness that we (adults) are primarily future versions of children who were shaped by life experiences completely out of their control (for better or worse). This awareness helps me maintain positive energy in my work, with feelings of genuine care, compassion and empathy. When I see your mistakes, or what you fear are your most cringey moments, you feel safe knowing I still see the ever-present goodness in you. I give no reason to doubt my sincerity when I share a positive observation, even when you cannot see it yourself. I am your confidant, coach and cheerleader.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I consider referrals for age 17+. You do not need to identify as being a "spiritual person" or a "creative person" to see progress in therapy with me. However, my approach to therapy is best suited for people who are interested in using creative ideas and/or spirituality in therapy. Please consider working with me if you are fearful of feeling judged or dismissed by a therapist because of your beliefs or ways of being in the world. I am an especially great fit for creative Mystics on a quest... to find light in the darkness (internal and external)... to receive support and guidance as they work hard to generate their own light! Additional descriptors of people most likely to see growth in our work together: • Motivated to go deep and evolve. • Seeking space to be cared for by an objective yet nurturing figure. • Curious about experimenting with sobriety from alcohol and/or marijuana, or those who recently entered sobriety.