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

Your first session is a space for us to get to know each other and begin building a sense of comfort and trust. We’ll talk about what brings you to therapy, any concerns or challenges you’d like support with, and what you hope to gain from our work together. You’re welcome to share at your own pace there is no pressure to disclose everything right away. I may ask questions to better understand your experiences, background, and goals, and we’ll discuss how therapy can best support your needs. Most importantly, this session is about creating a safe, supportive environment where you feel heard, respected, and at ease.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and deeply rooted in understanding you as a whole person not just a set of symptoms or challenges. I strive to create a space where you can feel comfortable being fully yourself, knowing your experiences, identities, and emotions are met with empathy and respect. I draw from evidence based practices such as CBT, mindfulness, EMDR, and Gottman Method techniques, but I believe therapy is never “one-size-fits-all.” Some sessions may focus on building practical coping tools, while others allow space for deeper reflection, healing, and processing. Clients often tell me they appreciate the balance of feeling supported while also being gently challenged toward growth. My goal is to help you gain clarity, strengthen resilience, and move toward meaningful, sustainable change all within a space where you feel genuinely seen and understood.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I love supporting individuals who are seeking a safe space to process feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for change. Many of my clients come to therapy navigating anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship concerns, or life transitions, often carrying patterns of overthinking, self-criticism, or emotional exhaustion. I work especially well with BIPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals who are seeking a space where they feel truly understood not having to explain or defend their lived experiences. If you’re looking for a therapist who offers both compassion and practical tools, while supporting deeper healing and self-awareness, our work together may be a strong fit. Whether your goal is relief, clarity, growth, or healing, therapy can be a space where you feel supported, grounded, and empowered.