Get to know me

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

In our first session together, we'll start with introductions, family and cultural history, developmental history, medical history, relationship history, and other relevant information and identify the reason for seeking therapy at this time. We can discuss your goals, explore my treatment approach, and determine whether we are a good fit for working together. I will also review my practice policies and informed consent with you before scheduling any follow up appointments. My priority is to assess that I am the right provider for your needs and that virtual therapy is an appropriate fit for you at this time. If I believe a different provider, approach, or modality would better support your goals, I will offer referrals accordingly

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My therapeutic approach is depth-oriented and insight-focused. I place emphasis on our interpersonal dynamic, recognizing our therapeutic relationship as a vital part of the treatment process. This relationship, which deepens over time through consistent participation and engagement, creates a foundation for promoting psychological growth and lasting change. Our work can be immersive, asking you to engage deeply with your thoughts and emotions. In our work together, I aim to help you cultivate sense of personal agency, deepen self-awareness, connect meaningfully with your emotional experiences, and recognize the strengths that are unique to you, to navigate life’s complexities. Clients who have worked with me over time often characterize my approach as straightforward, appropriately challenging and genuine, balancing a serious and thoughtful approach with moments of lightness and play. This blend allows for meaningful exploration while keeping the process accessible.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I work best with clients who are drawn to understanding the deeper roots of their longstanding patterns and are open to engaging with the complexity of their inner world. They are reflective, and receptive to a collaborative process that fosters self-awareness, insight, and gradual development of inner resilience. My approach tends to go beyond surface level problem solving, focusing instead on deeper exploration and sustained long term growth. Because of this, my approach may not be the right fit for those primarily seeking solution oriented or coping skills based interventions.