LMSW-C, 9 years of experience
I’m not your typical therapist—and that’s intentional. You won’t find me in a blazer with a clipboard asking, *“And how does that make you feel?”* I show up in jeans and a t-shirt, ready to create a space that’s real, safe, and grounded in trust. Therapy with me feels more like a conversation than a clinical interrogation. I specialize in working with people who’ve been through a lot—first responders, survivors of sexual and physical abuse, those navigating PTSD, narcissistic abuse, childhood trauma, and members of the LGBTQ+ community who often carry the weight of being misunderstood or marginalized. I’m here to walk beside you through the mess, the pain, and the healing—not to observe you from a distance. I also live with ADHD, so I get what it’s like to feel scattered, overstimulated, or like your brain works just a little differently. I bring that understanding into the room—not just professionally, but personally. Whether you're neurodivergent yourself or just need someone who gets it, you’re in the right place. I believe trauma requires more than textbook techniques—it requires presence, patience, and a genuine connection. My style is relaxed, honest, and supportive. I’ll meet you exactly where you are, without judgment or pressure, and we’ll work together to help you feel whole again. Healing doesn’t have to be clinical or cold—it can be real, raw, and even a little bit human. That’s what I offer.
Your first session is a gentle, welcoming space where we’ll begin to get to know each other at your own pace. My goal is to create a supportive environment where you feel safe, heard, and respected from the very start. We’ll spend time learning about you—your story, what you’re experiencing right now, and what brought you here. This is also your opportunity to share what you hope to achieve through our work together and to ask any questions you might have about how therapy works. Together, we’ll explore what feels most important to you and begin to identify goals that reflect your needs and values. This is a collaborative process—you decide what to share and how deep you want to go. By the end of our time together, we’ll have a clearer picture of where you’re at, where you want to go, and a shared plan for the next steps on your healing journey.
A nuanced understanding of PTSD, complex trauma, and the lasting impact of narcissistic abuse, toxic family dynamics, and betrayal. Skilled use of brainspotting and other trauma-informed, evidence-based techniques tailored to your specific needs. An intuitive ability to attune to the unspoken and emotional undercurrents in sessions, helping you access deeper healing. A commitment to honoring your pace and readiness, empowering you to stay in control of your healing process. A warm, genuine presence that fosters trust and safety, essential for working through difficult emotions and attachment wounds. Experience working with diverse clients including first responders, healthcare professionals, therapists, and those navigating marginalized identities.
I see the complexity of carrying trauma—from PTSD and complex PTSD to the wounds left by narcissistic abuse, toxic family dynamics, sexual or physical violence, and the pain of betrayal by those you trusted. You’ve faced power struggles, lost friendships, and endured experiences that make it hard to feel safe or seen. If you’re a therapist who’s lived through your own challenges and are looking for a space where you’re honored not just as a helper but as a human who also needs healing—I see you. If you are a police officer, firefighter, nurse, or doctor carrying the weight of trauma from your work, feeling overwhelmed or unseen—I see you. If you’ve felt marginalized, ostracized, or stigmatized because of who you are, your health status, or your relationship choices, and you’re struggling with attachment wounds, jealousy, or the fallout from affairs—I see you. This space is one of deep compassion and safety, where your story is held without judgment, and your healing journey is honored with kindness and understanding. You don’t have to carry your pain alone. Here, you are met with the respect, empathy, and support you deserve. Your experience matters. Your feelings are valid. Your journey toward healing is real—and you are not alone.
Imagine your brain is like a big library." Sometimes, when something really big happens—like something scary, sad, or overwhelming—your brain doesn’t know where to put that memory or feeling. It kind of gets stuck on a shelf all messy. Brainspotting is a way to help your brain clean up that messy shelf. A therapist helps you find a special “spot” with your eyes—like a place you look that connects to that stuck feeling. Weird, right? But it works! When you look at that spot, your brain starts to unlock the feelings, even if you don’t have to talk about it. It helps your body calm down, and your brain sort things out like it was meant to. So Brainspotting is like giving your brain a quiet way to heal and feel better—kind of like how a cut heals without you doing anything, just by giving it the right conditions.
Sometimes, people go through really tough things that can leave behind big feelings like fear, sadness, or anger. That’s called trauma. It’s like your brain and body remember the hard stuff, even when you want to forget. A trauma-informed therapist knows that those hard things can make it hard to trust, talk, or even feel safe. So they go extra slow, listen really carefully, and never push you to talk about anything before you’re ready. They help you feel calm, in control, and safe while you work through those tough memories—one step at a time.
Imagine you’re talking to someone who doesn’t try to fix you, boss you around, or tell you what to do. They just really care about how you feel and what you’re going through. In person-centered therapy, the therapist is like a kind, calm guide. They listen without judging you, and they believe you’re the expert on you. That means they think you already have the answers inside—you just might need a little help finding them. It’s like having someone who holds the flashlight while you explore your own thoughts and feelings.
Psychodynamic therapy is like being a detective for your own feelings." Sometimes we feel mad, sad, or worried, and we don’t even know why. Psychodynamic therapy helps you look back—kind of like flipping through a photo album in your mind—to figure out where those feelings started. It’s like there’s a secret story going on inside you, and a therapist helps you figure out what’s behind the feelings you have now, especially ones that keep popping up over and over. They help you understand how things from your past—even things from when you were really little—might still be affecting how you feel today. And once you understand that story better, those feelings aren’t so confusing anymore, and you can start to feel more in control.
Imagine your mind is like a team of characters inside you. Each character has a special job to help you deal with life. Sometimes they work well together, and sometimes they argue. When you "interview parts," you’re having a little talk with each one to learn what they do and how they feel. Here are the main team members: 1. Manager This part tries to keep everything in control. It wants you to do well in school, stay safe, and avoid getting into trouble. It might say things like, "Make sure your homework is perfect!" or "Don’t say that—you’ll get embarrassed!" 2. Firefighter This part jumps in when you feel really upset or scared. Its job is to stop the pain fast—even if that means doing something wild. It might make you yell, play video games for hours, or eat too many snacks to feel better. 3. Exile This part holds big feelings like sadness, fear, or shame. It might feel left out or hurt because of something bad that happened. It usually hides deep inside because it’s afraid of being seen. 4. Self This is the calm, kind, curious part of you. It’s the “real” you who can listen to all the other parts without judging them. When Self is in charge, everyone feels more understood and safe. When you "interview parts," you’re letting the Self talk to each one—asking them what they’re doing, what they’re afraid of, and how they’re trying to help. This helps you understand yourself better and feel more at peace inside. I can do some things with this modality.