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

In our first session, we will focus on getting to know you—not just your symptoms, but your story. I’ll ask about what’s bringing you to therapy, current stressors, and any experiences with trauma, grief, anxiety, or depression that may be impacting your life. We will move at a pace that feels safe and manageable, and you won’t be expected to share everything at once. My goal is to create a supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and respected. By the end of the session, we will begin identifying goals and discuss possible directions for our work together, including treatment approaches that may best support your healing.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My greatest strength is helping clients move beyond surface-level coping to address the deeper roots of emotional pain. I create a space that is both compassionate and structured—where clients feel supported while also gently encouraged toward meaningful growth and healing. My work is trauma-informed and integrates ACT-informed (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), Compassion-Focused Therapy–informed, and Behavioral Activation–informed approaches, along with EMDR when appropriate. I focus on reducing shame, strengthening emotional resilience, and supporting lasting, meaningful change.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I work best with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief, especially those who feel emotionally drained, overwhelmed, or stuck. Many of my clients are used to pushing through but find it difficult to slow down or focus on themselves. I provide a practical, compassionate approach to help clients process difficult experiences, reduce distress, build emotional resilience and feel more in control.