(she/her)
New to Grow
I work best with clients who want a therapist who is direct and actively engaged in the process. I believe therapy should feel like a partnership, not a place you're talked at or judged. I feel strongly about the alliance feeling comfortable and natural. I'll always meet you where you're at and help you challenge patterns that may no longer be serving you.
Your first session is about getting to know each other and making sure it feels like a good fit. We'll talk about what's bringing you in, what you've been dealing with, and what you're hoping to get out of therapy.
I'm direct, honest, and will say the things that need to be said- but always in a way that feels supportive, not judgmental. I also use humor when it fits, because therapy doesn't have to feel heavy all the time. Sometimes being able to laugh, even briefly, can make tough work feel more manageable.
I work with teens and adults navigating chronic or acute illness, grief, and life transitions. My ideal clients are willing to address their feelings of being overwhelmed, stuck, or trying to adjust to a new reality, and are looking for a space to process, make sense of what they're going through, and build tools to move forward with more clarity and control.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I integrate DBT into my work to help clients build practical, real-life skills for managing overwhelming emotions, navigating relationships, and getting through difficult moments without making things worse.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use CBT to help clients understand how their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are all connected, and how shifting even one part of that cycle can create real change.
Trauma Informed Care
My work is grounded in trauma- informed care, meaning I recognize how past experiences, no matter the size, can shape how you think, feel, and move through the world.
Psychodynamic
I also use a psychodynamic approach, which means I look beyond just what's happening right now and explore the deeper paterns underneath it.