LMFT, 5 years of experience
Are you tired of feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or doom-scrolling to cope? If so, maybe it's time we work together. As a therapist, I love supporting young women and queer men on their journeys toward self-healing (sorry guys, I'm a girls' girl)! I help my clients heal childhood trauma wounds and learn how to turn their love inward. My goal is to be your consistent 'safe space' as you explore your thoughts, feelings, and emotions. I truly believe you’re the expert of your own life, so I'll count on you to collaborate throughout our work together.
My sessions focus on the exploration of experiences using specific models of therapy. We may focus on the "here and now" or we may dive into your past to work-through unresolved issues. You'll learn to understand and share your feelings and needs, improve communication to handle everyday problems without dwelling on negativity, and cope with stress. All sessions are tailored to your specific treatment plan goals.
Bad things happen in life and it can be hard to process them safely. It's my job to ensure that happens by using the core values of trauma-informed care: clear communication, empowerment, cultural sensitivity, and resilience. I stay within the scope of what I do well, which is why I will refer-out when needed.
I love supporting young women and queer men on their journeys of self-discovery! I also truly enjoy healing childhood trauma wounds and turning love inward. As such, I work particularly well with younger-aged people (aged 13-25) and those in the midst of major life transitions.
A strength-based therapy approach emphasizes recognizing and harnessing the strengths and resources within individuals, rather than solely focusing on weaknesses. In employing this approach, I firmly believe in the inherent strengths and capabilities of everyone, which can be leveraged for fostering positive change and personal development. Flexibility is paramount to my practice, as I tailor my approach to accommodate the distinct needs and aspirations of each client.
As a CBT-informed practitioner, my focus lies in fostering an environment of safety, empowerment, and collaboration. Life's challenges can be difficult to navigate, especially when dealing with trauma. My role is to facilitate safe processing through the fundamental principles of trauma-informed care while using CBT techniques: transparent communication, empowerment, cultural awareness, and resilience.
As a therapist, I love using Person-centered therapy because it’s all about you! We’ll create a space where you feel truly heard and accepted, without judgment. My role? To be your biggest cheerleader as you explore your thoughts, feelings, and challenges. You’re the expert on your own life, and I’m here to support that journey with empathy, authenticity, and positive vibes. Whether you’re looking to grow, heal, or just figure things out, we’ll tap into your strengths and let you lead the way!
Narrative therapy tends to be a lesser-known therapeutic approach that focuses on the stories people internalize about their lives. Narrative therapy is based on the idea that individuals construct their understanding of reality through the stories they create, and these stories shape their identity, relationships, and experiences. As a professional, I use narrative therapy because it is a collaborative and client-centered approach that acknowledges that 'the problem is the problem;' no one person is "the problem."