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

In our first session following your intake, you can expect a calm, supportive space where you don’t need to have everything perfectly organized or figured out. We’ll talk about what’s been weighing on you—whether that’s anxiety, shame, sadness, feeling overwhelmed, or anything else—and explore what you’re hoping to work on moving forward. I’ll ask a few gentle questions to better understand your experiences, and together we’ll start identifying the patterns and challenges you want to shift. You’ll also get a sense of how we’ll work together and a few simple, realistic strategies you can begin practicing between sessions. My goal is for you to leave feeling heard, understood, and more hopeful about the path ahead.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

What sets my work apart is the combination of warmth, clarity, and genuine presence I bring to every session. I create a space where people feel safe enough to be honest, supported enough to explore difficult emotions, and encouraged enough to start making meaningful changes. My approach is grounded in compassion and practicality—I help clients understand what’s happening beneath the surface while also giving them tools they can use in their daily lives. I’ve spent years working with individuals facing many different emotional challenges, and that experience has taught me how to meet people exactly where they are. I’m skilled at helping clients untangle emotional patterns, build healthier self‑beliefs, and practice coping strategies that truly make a difference. Whether someone is new to therapy or returning after a break, I offer a steady, non‑judgmental presence and a clear path forward.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

My ideal client is someone who’s been feeling anxious, ashamed, sad, overwhelmed, or simply weighed down by emotions they can’t quite sort through on their own. They may be tired of holding everything in, unsure where to start, but aware that something needs to shift. What matters most is their willingness to show up with honesty, curiosity, and an openness to explore what’s been getting in the way of feeling more grounded and at ease. They’re ready to look at their patterns with compassion, try out new healing and coping strategies, and practice small, intentional changes between sessions. My ideal client values a supportive, non‑judgmental space where they can be guided, encouraged, and gently challenged as they build skills that help them feel more capable, connected, and emotionally steady.