Licensed to practice in 3 states and accepts 9 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Fertility & Reproduction Issues, Self Esteem and 9 more.
(she/her)
Relationships are an important of who we are and how we make sense of our world, and helping individuals experience the relationships they want is a value of mine. This value has lead to pursuing a Doctorate in Psychology and thus far eight years of experience as a therapist. Throughout my training and career, I've always gravitated towards working with couples and helping individuals strengthen their relationships. I've especially appreciated working with couples of different backgrounds including faith, gender identity, sexual identity, relationship structure, and ethnicity. Common concerns in a couples session are: conflict resolution, difficulty communicating needs, and sexual intimacy.
In a therapy session my approach is inviting, warm, curious, and a grounding presence. I strongly believe clients are experts on themselves; hence my approach to therapy is empowering and encouraging clients to lean into experiences to meet their goals. I like to use the metaphor that my clients are in the driver's seat and I'm there to support them as they explore where they want to go. Along with a multicultural lens, some therapeutic orientations I often pull from are CBT, ACT, and IFS.
Effective communication is a huge foundation in any relationship. Through observing conversations between the couple, I provide feedback on what is going well and areas of growth. Often this is making sure to listen without interrupting, reflecting what was heard before reacting, and communicating needs. Emotions are always present and it can be difficult to ride the waves of our emotions. It can be even more of a challenge to share how we're feeling but can provide so much meaning and understanding. I encourage couples to lean into the experience of sharing emotions with one another to build trust and support. At times when emotions are anger and hurt are at the forefront, it can be difficult to express gratitude and love. It is during these moments that I ask couples to share what they appreciate about each other and what keeps them going in the relationship
I enjoy working with adults who are navigating the relationships with themselves and others. I especially enjoy working with people of color, immigrants, and Muslims. I have experience helping clients discover who they are and build their self esteem. I also enjoy working with couples who are navigating premarital concerns, current marriage issues, or fertility concerns, and/or stress in their relationship overall.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT can be a wonderful lens to find solutions and understand your thoughts and behaviors.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
ACT can be helpful to navigate your emotions and feel empowered in deciding what you want to do.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
IFS can help to delve in to our past selves and explore parts of ourselves that are difficult to hold.