(she/her)
New to Grow
My decision to become a therapist was deeply influenced by my own experiences navigating difficult periods in life and struggling to find the right support that I needed, and someone that I genuinely connected with. I understand how vulnerable, overwhelming, or uncertain it can feel to begin the therapy process. At the same time, I’ve seen how powerful therapy can be in creating meaningful change, greater self-understanding, healthier relationships, and long-term personal growth. Life can present many challenges—grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, career dissatisfaction, major life transitions, and feelings of disconnection or uncertainty. Whatever brings you to therapy, your experiences are valid, and you do not have to navigate them alone. I strive to create a supportive, compassionate, and judgment-free environment where you feel safe exploring your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I believe that gaining deeper insight into yourself and making intentional choices toward healing and growth can be incredibly empowering. Together, we will work toward helping you build the tools, confidence, and self-awareness needed to create a life that feels authentic, balanced, and fulfilling.
Starting therapy can feel intimidating, so my goal is to help you feel as comfortable and at ease as possible from the very beginning. Together, we’ll talk about what brought you to therapy, the challenges you may be experiencing, and what you hope to gain from our work together. I’ll also share more about my approach and answer any questions you have along the way. During this session, we’ll complete an initial assessment, which is simply a conversation that helps me better understand your background, experiences, and current needs. This allows me to tailor therapy in a way that feels supportive and meaningful for you. There’s no pressure to share everything all at once—we move at a pace that feels comfortable and safe for you. Most importantly, the first session is about creating a space where you feel heard, supported, and understood. My hope is that you leave feeling more comfortable with the process and reassured that you don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone.
What sets me apart, or what I see is my strength as a therapist is my ability to combine evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with a warm, authentic, and deeply personalized style of care. I believe therapy should be more than just learning coping skills—it should also be a space where you feel genuinely seen, understood, and supported. Using CBT, I help clients recognize and challenge unhelpful thought patterns that may be contributing to anxiety, depression, self-doubt, or feeling stuck. Through ACT, I guide clients in developing greater self-awareness, emotional flexibility, and acceptance, while helping them reconnect with their personal values and the life they want to create. Together, these approaches allow clients to build both practical coping tools and deeper emotional insight. I also understand from personal experience that starting therapy can feel vulnerable and intimidating, which is why I prioritize creating a nonjudgmental and welcoming environment where clients can show up as they are. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each individual’s unique experiences, culture, and personal story. Rather than focusing only on symptom relief, I aim to help clients create lasting change by strengthening self-understanding, resilience, confidence, and emotional balance. My goal is to support you in not only managing life’s challenges, but also building a life that feels meaningful, authentic, and aligned with who you truly are.
I don’t believe there is one “perfect” client for therapy. Instead, I believe therapy is most successful when both the client and therapist work together collaboratively toward shared goals. If you are seeking a safe and supportive environment to better understand yourself, navigate challenges, and create meaningful change, I would be honored to support you throughout that journey. If you are open to personal growth and willing to take meaningful steps toward positive change, even if you are not entirely sure where to begin, you and I will be a great fit. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, major life transitions, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, therapy can provide a supportive space for healing, self-awareness, and growth. I value building a strong therapeutic connection based on trust, authenticity, and understanding. In my work, I encourage clients to explore how their life experiences, relationships, cultural background, and personal history may influence the ways they think, feel, and cope today.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a collaborative and practical approach to therapy that focuses on the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. In our sessions, I will help you identify patterns that may be contributing to anxiety, stress, depression, self-doubt, or feeling “stuck” in life. Together, we explore how certain thought patterns and coping behaviors developed, and how they may be affecting your current relationships, emotions, and daily experiences. My approach to CBT is compassionate, supportive, and tailored to each individual. I don’t believe therapy is about “fixing” you—it’s about helping you better understand yourself while building healthier ways to respond to challenges. I often incorporate deeper self-reflection and insight-oriented work, including exploring past experiences and childhood influences, to uncover the root of recurring patterns. Using CBT techniques, you will be able to learn practical tools to manage overwhelming thoughts, regulate emotions, improve self-talk, and develop healthier coping strategies. Over time, this work can help you feel more confident, emotionally balanced, and empowered to navigate life with greater clarity and resilience.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a mindfulness-based approach that helps you develop a healthier relationship with your thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. Rather than trying to eliminate difficult feelings or “think positively” all the time, ACT focuses on learning how to accept what is outside of your control while making meaningful choices that align with your values and the life you want to create. In my work with ACT, I will help you become more aware of unhelpful thought patterns, self-criticism, avoidance, or emotional struggles that may be keeping you stuck. Together, we practice skills that encourage self-compassion, emotional flexibility, and present-moment awareness so you can respond to challenges with greater clarity instead of reacting from fear, shame, or overwhelm. ACT is especially helpful for individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, life transitions, chronic pain, or feeling disconnected from themselves. I often integrate mindfulness exercises, values exploration, and practical coping tools to help individuals reconnect with what truly matters to them. My approach to ACT is warm, collaborative, and personalized. The goal is not to avoid difficult emotions, but to help you build the resilience and confidence to move forward in a way that feels authentic, intentional, and fulfilling.