New to Grow
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Delaware and Pennsylvania, specializing in supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and attachment-related challenges. With a warm and compassionate approach, I prioritize creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients are recognized as the experts of their own experience. I am dedicated to listening deeply and partnering with you on your journey toward healing and growth, guiding you to discover the strategies and insights that best support your well-being.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session, my primary focus is to listen and understand what you are seeking from therapy and what you hope to achieve. This initial meeting provides a safe space for you to share your experiences, challenges, and reasons for pursuing therapy. I want to learn about your goals, what you are hopeful for, and any questions you may have about the process or working with me. Our conversation will help ensure that you feel comfortable and confident in the therapeutic relationship, and that we both feel it is a good fit to move forward together. We will explore the challenges that brought you here, as well as what has and hasn’t worked for you in the past. By the end of the session, you will have a clearer understanding of the next steps in your journey.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I have extensive experience supporting clients through anxiety, depression, crisis, and complex family dynamics. I am skilled at guiding individuals through significant life transitions, including work, school, and personal changes. I approach therapy with kindness, genuine empathy, and strong listening skills, creating a compassionate and nonjudgmental space. I am naturally curious, which allows me to understand each client’s unique experiences deeply. Above all, I prioritize building trust and rapport, knowing that safety and connection are essential foundations for effective therapeutic work.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
You are someone who is motivated to explore and better understand yourself and your current situation, even if you are feeling stuck or uncertain. Whether seeking short-term or long-term support, you are looking for a compassionate guide to walk alongside you on this journey toward greater self-awareness and emotional security. You are ready—or in the early stages of readiness—to identify and work through barriers that may be holding you back from moving forward. Together, we will explore what feels off or unaligned in your life, uncover what you truly need, and develop practical skills and strategies to help you feel less lost, confused, stuck, or fearful. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where this exploration can lead to meaningful growth and empowerment.
Attachment-based
I utilize an attachment-based treatment approach to explore and understand clients' familial and interpersonal relationships. This method helps clients identify their attachment styles, recognize how these patterns were formed, and understand their impact on current relationships and behaviors. Over the past five years I have been using this approach, which deepens insight into the attachment dynamics between clients and significant others. By gaining this understanding, clients are better equipped to address relational challenges and develop strategies that promote healthier, more secure connections moving forward.
Narrative
I have used narrative therapy for over three years to help individuals manage anxiety, depression, and feelings of being stuck. This approach empowers clients to explore and re-author the stories they tell about themselves, their thoughts, and their experiences. By identifying limiting or negative narratives, clients can separate themselves from unhelpful beliefs, gain new perspectives, and develop a more balanced and empowering understanding of their lives. This process supports emotional healing, encourages adaptive thinking, and promotes positive changes in behavior, ultimately reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression and fostering a greater sense of agency and forward movement.
Psychoanalytic
I have utilized psychoanalytic treatment for over five years to help clients gain deeper insight into their thoughts, feelings, and maladaptive coping mechanisms. This approach encourages exploration of unconscious patterns and unresolved conflicts that influence current behaviors and emotional responses. Rooted in a person-centered philosophy, the therapy recognizes the client as the expert of their own experience, fostering a safe and supportive environment for self-discovery. Through this process, clients can develop greater self-awareness, understand the origins of their difficulties, and work toward healthier coping strategies and emotional well-being.