New to Grow
In my counseling practice, I embrace an eclectic approach, drawing flexibly from a range of evidence-based therapies to best serve each unique individual. No two people are alike, so I integrate elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy, emotionally focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and solution-focused therapy—tailoring the process to align with my clients’ specific needs, strengths, and goals. My style is gently directive: I offer clear guidance and structure while inviting clients to explore and uncover the profound wisdom, resilience, and worth—the true “gold”—that resides within their own hearts. Often, this inner treasure lies buried beneath the wounds and pain carried from childhood. Together, we engage in the courageous, transformative work of healing those early hurts, fostering a deeper sense of wholeness so clients can live and relate from a full, healthy, and integrated heart.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
The initial session is dedicated to building a strong foundation for our work together. This is a safe and supportive space where you can openly share your current circumstances, your hopes and goals for the future, and any concerns you may have. It is also an opportunity for you to determine whether I am the right therapist to support you on this journey. Your emotional safety and sense of being truly heard and understood are my highest priorities in every session. Together, we will collaboratively develop a clear, meaningful path forward that addresses the challenges and patterns that have kept you from living the life you desire.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
As a counselor, one of my core strengths is guiding clients toward cultivating genuine self-compassion and self-kindness—qualities that are often extended more readily to others than to ourselves. I firmly believe that true compassion must begin within; only when we nurture kindness and understanding toward our own hearts can we offer it authentically and sustainably to those around us. In the therapy room, I bring a deep conviction in this transformative process, along with the empathy and patience to support clients as they navigate what can feel unfamiliar or challenging: treating themselves with the same care they so naturally give to others. This foundation of self-compassion becomes a powerful wellspring, enabling clients to show up more fully, resiliently, and authentically in their relationships—whether with colleagues, friends, extended family, or, most importantly, their partner and children. My approach helps clients build this inner strength, fostering lasting emotional health and deeper, more meaningful connections in their lives.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
Marriages and Marriages in Crisis - Parents who are struggling with estranged adult children - Parents and families of individuals struggling with addiction - Individuals in their 20s who desire to address their anxiety so that they can find freedom and acceptance - High-performing leaders who are looking to move to the next level within their business or department
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is used in therapy by guiding clients—whether individuals, couples, or families—through a structured, attachment-based process to identify and transform negative emotional patterns and interaction cycles, fostering deeper awareness, expression, and regulation of emotions to create secure, resilient bonds with self and others.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used in therapy sessions by collaboratively identifying a client's negative or distorted thoughts, examining evidence for and against them, teaching practical skills to challenge and reframe those thoughts, and assigning behavioral experiments or homework to test new perspectives and break unhelpful patterns in real life.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is used in therapy sessions by taking clients through mindfulness exercises, metaphors, and experiential activities to cultivate psychological flexibility via its six core processes—acceptance of difficult emotions and thoughts, cognitive defusion from unhelpful beliefs, present-moment awareness, observing self as context, clarifying personal values, and committing to values-aligned behavioral actions—often incorporating homework to reinforce these skills and promote meaningful life engagement despite internal challenges.
Faith based therapy
Faith-based therapy is only used when requested by the client. Faith-based therapy is used in counseling sessions by assessing the client's spiritual beliefs and preferences early on, then ethically integrating evidence-based psychological techniques—such as cognitive restructuring or behavioral activation—with faith-aligned elements like prayer, scripture reflection, spiritual discussions, and religious practices to address emotional, mental, and spiritual challenges holistically while fostering resilience, meaning, and healing through the client's religious framework.