Get to know me

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

n our first session, we’ll take time to gently ease into the process—no pressure, no expectations, just a chance to begin building a sense of connection and trust. I know that starting therapy can feel vulnerable, even a little intimidating, especially if it’s your first time or if you’ve had difficult experiences in the past. My priority is to create a space where you feel safe, seen, and supported—where you can show up just as you are. We'll begin by getting to know each other. I’ll invite you to share a bit about what’s been going on in your life and what’s bringing you to therapy right now, but we’ll go at a pace that feels comfortable for you. There’s no rush—you’re in control of what you share, and how much. My role is to listen with care and curiosity, without judgment, so I can begin to understand the unique story, strengths, and challenges you’re bringing into the room. Throughout our conversation, I may ask some gentle questions to help guide us—about your history, your current struggles, and what you’re hoping to gain from therapy. This helps me get a fuller picture of your experiences so I can support you in a way that feels personalized and meaningful. Together, we’ll begin to explore what your goals might look like—whether that’s feeling less overwhelmed, healing from past pain, navigating relationships, or simply finding a bit more peace in your day-to-day life. We’ll collaborate on a plan that feels supportive and flexible, so you always feel empowered and involved in your own healing journey. Most importantly, this first session is about creating a foundation. It’s the beginning of a relationship that’s rooted in compassion, honesty, and mutual respect. My hope is that you’ll leave feeling a little more understood, a little more hopeful, and reassured that you don’t have to carry everything on your own. Therapy is a process, and it unfolds one step at a time. This first step is about showing up—and I’m honored to meet you there.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

With over 8 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults, I specialize in women’s mental health—supporting individuals who are navigating life’s challenges with quiet strength, resilience, and courage, even during times when it may not feel that way. I deeply believe that meaningful change starts with understanding your unique story—your values, your struggles, your strengths—and honoring what truly matters to you. My therapeutic style is warm, down-to-earth, and relational. I work to create a space where you feel genuinely supported, safe, and understood, while also gently challenging you to grow beyond patterns that are no longer serving you. I value authenticity and connection in the therapy room, and I always aim to bring a thoughtful blend of empathy, insight, and even a bit of humor—because laughter, when it comes naturally, can be a powerful part of healing. In our work together, I draw from a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches that I tailor to fit your needs and goals. I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns, as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to support living in alignment with your values, even when life feels uncertain or difficult. For those working through trauma, I integrate trauma-informed care with techniques such as Narrative Therapy, Parts Work/Internal Family Systems (IFS)-informed methods, and somatic awareness, helping you process painful experiences safely and gently while reconnecting with your inner strength and resilience. I also incorporate mindfulness-based strategies and self-compassion practices, which can be especially helpful in managing anxiety, stress, and self-doubt. These approaches empower you to slow down, listen inward, and respond to yourself with greater kindness and clarity—tools that often have ripple effects in every part of life. Whether you’re facing anxiety, burnout, a history of trauma, relationship difficulties, or a general sense of disconnection, I’m here to help you move toward greater emotional balance, deeper self-awareness, and practical, sustainable change. Together, we’ll work to build tools that help life feel more manageable, meaningful, and aligned with the person you want to be. Ultimately, my goal is to support you in feeling more confident, more in control, and more connected to your authentic self. Therapy is not about becoming someone new—it’s about uncovering and strengthening who y

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Hi, and welcome—I'm truly so glad you're here. Reaching out for support takes real courage, especially when you’ve been carrying heavy emotional weight for a long time. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or simply exhausted from trying to hold it all together—please know that you’re not alone. You’ve already taken an important first step by exploring the possibility of healing, and I want to honor that. I specialize in working with women who have experienced trauma, as well as veterans, adults, and adolescents navigating the emotional and behavioral effects of painful life experiences. Many of the people I work with have lived through deep and complex challenges—whether through military service, grief and loss, difficult relationships, or major life transitions. Often, they’ve learned how to survive by staying strong on the outside while feeling unsure, isolated, or emotionally drained on the inside. If any of this sounds familiar, I want you to know: there is hope, and there is help. Healing doesn’t mean rushing to feel better—it means creating space to feel safe, supported, and understood as you begin to reconnect with yourself. In our work together, I offer a calm, compassionate space where you can breathe, reflect, and feel truly seen. This is a space where there is no pressure to be anything other than who you are. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, identity, or relationships, our time together will be about gently exploring what’s beneath the surface and building the tools and insight you need to feel more grounded, empowered, and at peace. My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and deeply respectful of your lived experience. I integrate evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and interpersonal therapy, while always tailoring the work to reflect your unique story, strengths, and needs. I also draw on holistic elements—like nature, movement, and somatic awareness—when helpful, because I believe healing touches every part of us: mind, body, and spirit. Therapy with me isn’t about fixing what’s broken—it’s about remembering that you are already whole, even if you don’t feel that way right now. It’s about reconnecting with your resilience, rediscovering what matters most to you, and finding a steadier path forward—one that feels authentic, hopeful, and sustainable. You don’t have to go through this alone. I’m here to walk beside you, at your pace