Hi and Welcome, I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in Connecticut with 9 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families in crisis. I have provided individual, group, and family therapy in a mental health agency setting while working with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, anger management, relationship conflict, and parenting struggles, and many more. My approach is tailored to each individual based on their specific needs, but is always warm, compassionate, and collaborative. I draw primarily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Systems Theory in my work; however, I also incorporate other strategies such as skill building, mindfulness, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. Life is a journey that can feel overwhelming and lonely at times. It takes incredible bravery to recognize when you need help and to ask for it. You've already taken an important first step in the process of change, simply by being here. I would love to work with you to help you reach your goals and regain your footing on your path forward.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session, clients can expect to have a safe place to share the challenges they've faced that have led them to seek additional help. They will be met with compassion and not judgement. We'll work together to better understand the issues and develop appropriate goals to move forward. My goal in a first session is to better understand the client in a way that they also feel understood.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Clients can expect to find a safe place with me with a strong therapeutic relationship where they feel understood and accepted. Out of that foundation is a place to grow, take risks, and accept challenges. Of course, you'll find sound models and tools here alongside a safe place to explore what's holding you back and look toward real and lasting change.