I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 9 years of experience in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges. My approach is collaborative, and I tailor each session to meet your unique needs and goals. I work with clients on a range of issues, including relationship struggles, personal growth, anxiety, and life stressors. My focus is on providing a safe, supportive space where you can explore your feelings, gain insight, and build the skills needed to create lasting positive changes in your life.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session, we’ll begin by getting to know each other. I’ll ask you some questions about your background, current challenges, and what brings you to therapy. This helps me understand your unique situation and needs. We’ll also talk about what you hope to achieve through our work together, and I’ll explain how we can structure our sessions to support your goals. My aim is for you to feel comfortable and supported as we begin this journey together.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
As a therapist, I believe my strengths lie in my ability to listen and create a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions. I approach each person with empathy and respect, tailoring my methods to fit their unique needs and goals. I’m committed to building a strong therapeutic relationship, where trust and collaboration are at the core of our work together. My goal is to support you in gaining insight, developing new skills, and achieving lasting change, all while offering understanding and encouragement throughout the process.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I take an integrated therapy approach, tailoring each session to meet the unique needs and strengths of those I work with. Whether in individual or couples counseling, I aim to provide a balanced, supportive space for growth and healing. My goal is to support each person in a way that feels both personal and effective.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an effective approach that I use to help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to their distresses. By working collaboratively with clients, we explore how thoughts, emotions, and actions are interconnected, and I guide them in developing healthier coping strategies. CBT equips clients with the tools to reframe unhelpful thinking, break cycles of anxiety and depression, and build resilience, leading to lasting positive change in their lives.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I utilize Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to support clients in managing intense emotions and developing effective coping skills. DBT combines mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness to help individuals create balance and improve their relationships. Through individual therapy and skills training, I work with clients to build emotional resilience, reduce self-destructive behaviors, and foster a more positive, purposeful life.
Narrative
I use Narrative Therapy to help clients reframe and rewrite the stories they tell about themselves, empowering them to create new meanings and possibilities in their lives. This approach encourages clients to view their challenges from a broader perspective, recognizing that they are not defined by their problems but by their strengths and values. By exploring the narratives that shape their identities, clients can gain insight, challenge limiting beliefs, and develop a sense of agency in shaping their futures. Narrative Therapy fosters healing and personal growth by helping individuals reconnect with their authentic selves.
Gottman method
I incorporate the Gottman Method to help couples build stronger, healthier relationships. This evidence-based approach focuses on enhancing communication, resolving conflicts, and deepening emotional intimacy. By using tools like the "Four Horsemen" analysis and "Sound Relationship House" theory, I guide couples in recognizing and addressing negative patterns, while strengthening their connection through shared rituals and positive interactions. The Gottman Method helps partners develop a deeper understanding of each other, fostering a sense of respect, appreciation, and lasting love.
Motivational Interviewing
I use Motivational Interviewing (MI) to help clients explore and resolve ambivalence about making positive changes in their lives. This client-centered approach encourages open, non-judgmental dialogue, allowing clients to express their thoughts, feelings, and motivations at their own pace. Through MI, I help clients identify their intrinsic values and strengths, empowering them to take actionable steps toward their goals. By fostering self-reflection and enhancing motivation, MI supports lasting behavior change in a compassionate and collaborative way.