New to Grow
During our first session, we will focus on getting to know you and understanding your reasons for seeking therapy. I will ask questions about your background, current concerns, mental health history, and what you hope to achieve in therapy. This helps me get a clear picture of your unique situation and begin identifying goals together. We will also review how therapy works, discuss confidentiality and professional boundaries, and answer any questions you have about the process. Together, we will start to explore your strengths, coping strategies, and any immediate concerns so that we can develop a plan tailored to your needs.
Our first session will be an opportunity for us to get to know one another. We’ll discuss your background and what brings you to therapy. Therapy is a process, and we’ll continue to build our work together over time. It’s completely normal to feel nervous about your first appointment. We’ll take it one step at a time, and I’m here to guide you
My greatest strengths as a therapist are my ability to create a warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported. I am skilled at integrating evidence-based approaches—including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and couples counseling—tailoring techniques to each client’s unique needs, strengths, and goals.
I am best positioned to work with adults and older adults experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, relationship concerns, trauma-related symptoms, grief, emotional overwhelm, and difficulties with coping or adjustment. I work well with clients who are seeking support in improving emotional wellness, developing healthier coping strategies, strengthening relationships, and increasing overall stability and functioning in daily life. I provide a supportive, collaborative, and nonjudgmental environment where clients can feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout the therapeutic process. I tailor treatment to each individual’s unique experiences, strengths, and goals while integrating evidence-based approaches to support meaningful and sustainable change.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use CBT interventions to assist clients identifying negative thoughts and contributing to anxiety symptoms. Assist clients in restructuring maladaptive beliefs and developing alternative balanced thoughts.
Trauma-Focused CBT
I utilize Trauma-Focused CBT as part of my work with clients experiencing trauma related symptoms, anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation. In practice I use a client-centered approach to help clients understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I utilize Solution Focused Brief Treatment to help clients identify strengths, build on existing coping skills, and develop practical, goal-oriented solutions. My approach focuses on helping clients recognize patterns of success, increase self-efficacy, and create achievable steps towards meaningful change.
Couples Counseling
I provide couples counseling using collaborative, supportive, and goal-oriented approach designed to help partners improve communication, strengthen emotional connection and navigate relationship challeneges.