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

Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and it’s completely normal to feel a mix of emotions whether that’s nervousness, uncertainty, or even a sense of relief. In your first session with me, the focus is on getting to know you. We’ll talk about what’s bringing you in, what you’ve been experiencing, and what you’re hoping to get out of therapy. There’s no pressure to share everything all at once you can go at your own pace, and we’ll move in a way that feels comfortable for you. I’ll also ask some questions to better understand your background, your current challenges, and any patterns or stressors that may be impacting you. This helps me get a clearer picture of how to best support you. Together, we’ll begin to identify your goals, whether that’s reducing anxiety, improving relationships, navigating a life transition, or simply feeling more like yourself again. I’ll explain how I work using a client-centered and solution-focused approach, so you’ll know what to expect moving forward. Most importantly, the first session is about creating a space where you feel safe, heard, and understood. You don’t have to have everything figured out before you come in just showing up is enough. By the end of the session, you should have a clearer sense of how we can work together and whether it feels like the right fit for you.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My path to becoming a therapist started over 25 years ago when I founded a messenger business in New York City. I was quickly exposed to the inequalities, diversity and challenges people face daily. This experience opened my eyes to the profound depths of the human condition and fueled my passion for helping others. I witnessed firsthand the struggles of individuals from all walks of life, from those dealing with broken families, to the devastating result of addiction, to the barriers of reentry after incarceration. Motivated by these experiences, I pursued my Masters in Social Work, determined to make a difference on a deeper level. Over the years, I have worked in a variety of settings, including hospitals, mental health clinics, nursing homes, and eventually private practice where I cultivated all my life experiences both personally and professionally. What I feel makes me an effective therapist are the collective life experiences that have shaped me who I am today. I know firsthand the struggles that life can present and having faced divorce, single parenting, etc. These experiences have taught me that there is light at the end of the road that lead us here, and our struggles dont define us. It is through both my personal and professional experiences, which has allowed me to connect with clients on a meaningful level and guide them towards positive change.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or weighed down by depression, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself. You may be going through a life transition, struggling in your relationships, or feeling disconnected from the life you once had or hoped for. On the outside, things may look manageable, but internally you might feel exhausted, uncertain, or like you’ve lost your sense of direction. You might be noticing patterns in your relationships, communication struggles, emotional distance, or difficulty feeling understood and supported. Or perhaps you’re carrying the weight of deeper experiences, like loss, estrangement, or unresolved conflict, that continue to impact how you feel and show up in your life. Even with all of this, there is a part of you that knows something can change. You may not have all the answers yet, but you’re open to understanding yourself more deeply and creating healthier patterns moving forward. In our work together, we will focus on helping you feel more grounded, gain clarity, and move out of the patterns that are keeping you stuck. Your goals may include improving relationships, managing anxiety and depression, navigating life transitions with more confidence, setting healthier boundaries, and reconnecting with a stronger sense of self. My approach is client-centered and solution-focused. I meet you where you are with compassion and without judgment while helping you move forward in practical, meaningful ways. You don’t have to stay stuck. You’re allowed to want more—and you’re allowed to get there.