Licensed to practice in Florida and accepts 14 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression and 8 more.
(she/her)
New to Grow
I am dedicated to fostering an environment where all individuals feel heard, understood, and respected. My approach emphasizes understanding clients’ unique narratives and supporting them in developing self-confidence and adaptive coping skills. I value both sharing my expertise and learning from the experiences of others, recognizing that therapy is a collaborative process involving mutual growth and insight. My therapeutic style incorporates appropriate use of humor, gentle yet constructive feedback, and a consistently approachable demeanor. Establishing a strong therapeutic alliance is my priority before engaging in more in-depth exploration of a client’s history and perspectives.
Think of our first session as a way to "set the stage." This initial meeting is about us getting to know one another in a relaxed, supportive environment, where we’ll begin building rapport and trust. We will discuss your experiences, goals, and hopes for therapy, as well as my approach to therapy and how I can support you. We’ll talk through your background, any important history, and the challenges you’re currently facing, so I can get a clear understanding of your unique perspective. Together, we’ll identify what’s most important to you and what you’d like to focus on. Within the first few sessions, we’ll collaborate to create a treatment plan tailored specifically to your needs. This plan will give us guidance and a clear path forward, outlining the steps we’ll take and the goals we’ll work toward.
Compassion, empathy, and flexibility are three of my most important values, personally and professionally. I believe people deserve compassion and empathy; helping people feel heard and understood is a large part of what drives my work as a therapist. There are many things in life that we can’t choose, so creating a free and flexible space that allows for the many changes that happen in life is important to me.
I work best with clients who feel motivated and sure in their decision to start therapy. This motivation doesn’t mean you have to have everything figured out or be completely confident from the start—simply having the willingness to show up and engage in the process is enough. Don’t get me wrong, nerves and apprehension are understandable, and I welcome you to explore them with me. It’s perfectly natural to feel uncertain or anxious about starting something new, especially when it involves opening up about personal experiences. In our work together, we’ll create a supportive space where you can express these feelings freely, and we’ll move at a pace that feels comfortable for you. Your readiness, combined with openness to explore both your strengths and vulnerabilities, sets the foundation for meaningful growth and positive change.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I enjoy using CBT to help clients challenge anxious and negative thinking patterns, to be more adaptive and helpful and help clients feel better.