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

Beginning therapy is a meaningful and courageous step. Whether this is your first experience with counseling or you’ve worked with a therapist before, my goal is to create a space where you feel welcomed, understood, and supported. The first session is focused on getting to know each other, exploring what brings you to therapy, and beginning to build trust and collaboration. We’ll start by reviewing what therapy with me typically looks like, including confidentiality, your rights as a client, and what to expect from sessions. You’ll have time to ask questions about the process or my approach. From there, we’ll discuss the concerns that led you to seek therapy—such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, or life transitions—and how they’re affecting your daily life. You’re welcome to share as much or as little background as feels comfortable; we’ll move at your pace and focus on what feels most important to you. I may ask questions to understand your experiences, strengths, and coping patterns, and together we’ll begin identifying goals for therapy. My approach is integrative and evidence-based, drawing from DBT, CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care, with a balance of compassion and practical tools. The first session is also a chance for you to notice how you feel working with me. A strong therapeutic fit matters, and your feedback is always welcome. Before we end, we’ll review key takeaways, discuss next steps, and plan future sessions. It’s normal to leave feeling relief, clarity, or emotional fatigue. Above all, this space is yours—free of judgment and centered on your growth. The first session marks the beginning of a collaborative partnership focused on healing, balance, and meaningful change.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

As a mental health counselor, my greatest strength lies in my ability to build genuine, empathetic relationships with clients. I believe a strong therapeutic alliance is the foundation of effective therapy. By meeting clients where they are and providing validation without judgment, I create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to engage in meaningful change. I bring extensive experience working with complex mental health concerns, including Personality Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, grief, anxiety, and depression. My specialized training allows me to tailor interventions that are both compassionate and practical, supporting clients in navigating emotional regulation challenges, interpersonal difficulties, and mood instability with greater confidence and clarity. As a certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) therapist, I integrate evidence-based strategies that balance acceptance and change. DBT has been especially effective in helping clients develop emotional resilience, improve relationships, and manage overwhelming emotions. Through this approach, I support clients in building skills that foster stability, self-awareness, and long-term growth.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I work best with individuals who know something needs to change but feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. Many of my clients are motivated and insightful, yet caught in emotional or relationship patterns that no longer serve them. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, mood instability, trauma, grief, or ongoing relationship stress and feel exhausted from trying to figure it out on their own. I support clients navigating concerns such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, PTSD, grief, and interpersonal challenges including communication difficulties, boundaries, and the impact of past experiences on current relationships. These struggles often leave people feeling disconnected, discouraged, or uncertain about the next step. You don’t need to have all the answers to begin therapy—just a willingness to explore what’s holding you back. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space and a collaborative, tailored approach focused on building emotional awareness, regulation, and practical tools for lasting change. Together, we work toward helping you feel more grounded, confident, and in control so you can move forward in a way that feels authentic, balanced, and meaningful.