(she/her)
New to Grow
My path into this work is deeply personal. I grew up witnessing how mental health challenges can be misunderstood and stigmatized, and how a lack of access to quality care can prolong suffering. That experience shaped my commitment to creating a space where clients feel seen, understood, and supported without judgment. I approach therapy with a focus on understanding how past experiences inform present patterns, while helping clients navigate emotional distress in more manageable and empowering ways. My background includes work in a mental health clinic providing individual, child, and family counseling, as well as crisis support through the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, where I developed skills in supporting individuals during their most vulnerable moments. I am trained in evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and trauma-focused therapy, and I integrate these approaches to support meaningful, lasting change
In our first session, you can expect a space that feels open, supportive, and nonjudgmental. I often describe my style as being like a “professional friend”—someone who is easy to talk to, but also intentional in helping you make sense of what’s going on and guiding you toward change. We’ll spend time getting to know you—what’s bringing you in, what you’ve been dealing with, and what you’re hoping to get out of therapy. There’s no pressure to have everything figured out. You can show up exactly as you are. You can also expect me to ask thoughtful questions, help you begin connecting patterns, and start identifying areas we can work on together. My goal is for you to leave that first session feeling heard, a little more clear, and comfortable moving forward.
One of my greatest strengths is my ability to balance warmth and directness. I create a space where clients feel genuinely understood and comfortable opening up, while also helping them move beyond insight into meaningful change. Clients often share that they feel safe with me, but also challenged in a way that leads to real growth. What sets my approach apart is how I connect the deeper “why” behind patterns with practical tools to shift them. I don’t stay on the surface—I help clients understand how their past experiences, relationships, and core beliefs are showing up in the present, and then work with them to actively change those patterns in real time. I also bring a strong ability to read relational dynamics and emotional patterns, even when clients are feeling confused or overwhelmed. This allows me to quickly identify what may be keeping them stuck, particularly in relationships, boundary-setting, and cycles of overgiving or self-doubt. In addition, my background in both clinical settings and crisis work has strengthened my ability to stay grounded, focused, and supportive even in high-emotion moments. I’m able to help clients regulate, slow things down, and feel more in control of their responses. Overall, my work is intentional, insight-driven, and results-oriented. I aim to help clients not only understand themselves more deeply, but also feel more confident, emotionally stable, and aligned in how they move through their lives
I am best positioned to work with individuals who are navigating periods of transition, emotional overwhelm, and a desire for deeper clarity in their lives. Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside but internally feel anxious, stuck, or uncertain about their next steps. This often includes young professionals managing career shifts, work-life balance challenges, or the pressure to “have it all together,” while quietly struggling with stress, self-doubt, or burnout. I also work well with clients who find themselves in complex or emotionally draining relationships—those who may be overextending themselves, questioning their needs, or trying to make sense of patterns that leave them feeling confused or unfulfilled. Many are ready to better understand why they think, feel, and respond the way they do, and are looking for support in building healthier boundaries and more secure ways of relating. In addition, I support individuals exploring identity, purpose, and personal growth—clients who are asking deeper questions about who they are, what they want, and how to create a life that feels more aligned and intentional. My ideal client is open to both reflection and change. They are curious about themselves, even if they feel overwhelmed, and are ready to do the work of understanding their patterns while developing practical tools to move forward with greater confidence, emotional stability, and clarity.
Adlerian
My approach to therapy is integrative, thoughtful, and goal-oriented, with a focus on both insight and meaningful change. I work with clients to explore how early experiences, family dynamics, and core beliefs about themselves and others have shaped the way they navigate relationships, challenges, and their sense of identity. Together, we examine themes such as belonging, self-worth, and the internal narratives that often guide decision-making and emotional responses. Alongside this deeper exploration, I help clients build awareness of present-day patterns—how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact and sometimes reinforce distress. We work collaboratively to identify and shift these patterns in practical, manageable ways, including developing more balanced perspectives, strengthening coping strategies, and improving emotional regulation. I strive to create a collaborative, structured, and strengths-based space where clients feel supported in gaining clarity, building resilience, and making intentional changes that align with who they are and how they want to live