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

In your first session, we will focus on understanding what brings you to therapy and what you hope to change or improve. I’ll ask questions about your current concerns, relevant history, and what has or hasn’t been helpful for you in the past, while making sure the pace feels manageable and respectful. You can expect a structured, conversational session that balances information-gathering with support. My goal is not to rush into trauma processing, but to help you feel grounded, understood, and clear about next steps. We’ll begin identifying patterns, strengths, and goals, and I’ll explain how therapy may look moving forward based on your needs. By the end of the session, most clients leave with a clearer understanding of what’s happening for them, a sense of direction, and an initial plan for treatment.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

What stands out about my therapeutic approach is the integration of structure, trauma-informed depth, and real-world practicality. I combine evidence-based methods with nervous-system–focused interventions to address not just what clients think, but how their bodies and brains have learned to respond under stress. This allows therapy to move beyond insight alone and into meaningful, lasting change. My work is grounded, direct, and collaborative. I help clients understand *why* patterns developed, normalize their survival responses, and then intentionally work to update those patterns in ways that feel safe and sustainable. I integrate approaches such as CBT, Brainspotting, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), somatic techniques, and structured couples work to meet clients where they are while maintaining forward momentum. Clients often report feeling clearer, more regulated, and more connected—both internally and in their relationships—rather than simply “talked through” their problems. Many people I work with have tried therapy before and appreciate that this approach is focused, accountable, and tailored, without being rigid or overwhelming.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I am best positioned to serve individuals and couples who are functioning on the outside but struggling internally. Many of my clients are high-responsibility adults—first responders, veterans, professionals, leaders, and caregivers—who are used to staying composed, solving problems, and pushing through stress, often at the expense of their emotional well-being. I work well with clients who feel “stuck” in patterns related to trauma, grief, anxiety, anger, relationship conflict, or emotional disconnection, even when they logically understand what *should* change. This includes people impacted by acute trauma, complex or developmental trauma, critical incidents, loss, or cumulative stress over time. I am also a strong fit for clients who notice their nervous system is frequently in survival mode—hypervigilance, shutdown, irritability, emotional numbing, or difficulty being present with loved ones. In relationships, I support couples who want more than surface-level communication skills. I work with partners who are committed to accountability, honesty, and growth, even when conversations are uncomfortable. This includes couples navigating betrayal, chronic conflict, emotional distance, mismatched attachment styles, or the strain that trauma and high-stress careers place on intimacy. I tend to be a good match for clients who appreciate a structured, grounded, and direct therapeutic style. Therapy with me is not passive or vague; it is collaborative, goal-oriented, and paced to respect both safety and progress. I integrate practical tools with trauma-informed processing to help clients understand *why* patterns exist and how to change them at both cognitive and nervous-system levels. I may be especially helpful for clients who have tried talk therapy before and felt it did not go deep enough, moved too slowly, or failed to address the body-based aspects of trauma. My approach is designed to help clients build regulation, insight, and meaningful change without becoming overwhelmed or re-traumatized. Ultimately, I work best with clients who are ready to move from surviving to stabilizing and then toward genuine healing, clarity, and connection—both within themselves and in their relationships.