(she/her)
I began working in the mental health field in 2010 and my experiences have been focused on trauma, addictions, family systems, and couples therapy. Being trusted to support people through hard times and seeing them move toward healing and growth is incredibly meaningful to me. I support clients in recognizing their current stage of change while honoring the goals they are moving toward. Therapy is focused on progressing at a pace that feels both challenging and attainable. My approach is direct and grounded in evidence-based practices. My goal is to help you feel understood and empowered to make meaningful changes. Together, we’ll explore what brought you here and how past experiences continue to shape your life today. Our work is designed to help you create lasting change that improves your daily functioning, relationships, and overall quality of life. “Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.” ― C.G. Jung
Our first session is about getting to know your story, what you’re dealing with right now, how you are coping, and where you’d like your life to head—at whatever level of clarity feels available to you. That probably sounds like a lot! But I also recognize that an initial session is an opportunity for you to determine if we are a good fit. I view therapy as a partnership, and I welcome your feedback at any point so we can make sure our work together is supportive, transparent, and aligned with what you need. Starting therapy can be intimidating and finding resources (like a therapist) can add to the overwhelm you might be experiencing in the first place. The irony is not lost on me that to establish therapeutic support you have to be especially brave and determined when you are likely feeling your most vulnerable and under-resourced.
I bring transparency, authenticity, and a direct approach to our sessions. I’m fully on your team and believe that YOU are the expert on you and your experiences. I am committed to supporting you, especially when the work feels uncomfortable or challenging. My goal is to create a space where we can tackle difficult topics together while staying focused on your growth and progress.
My ideal client is someone who is holding on to the hope that things can be different–even if they aren’t sure how to get there or what that would look like. They are open to self-reflection and willing to explore how past experiences may be influencing their present. They value collaboration and are ready to engage in a partnership where vulnerability and shared insight guide meaningful, lasting change.
I identify as
Relational
I use a relational approach to therapy, which emphasizes the importance of meaningful connections for well-being. This perspective views distress as often rooted in relational patterns and uses the therapeutic relationship itself as a central tool for healing. Together, we explore past and present relationship dynamics to foster healthier ways of connecting, guided by empathy, authenticity, and collaboration. This approach also considers how social and relational contexts shape experience, moving beyond an exclusively individual focus.
Schema Therapy
I use schema therapy to help clients explore and understand the beliefs and patterns that shape their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors—many of which can be rooted in early life experiences. By examining the “lenses” through which we see the world, we can uncover the underlying reasons behind recurring challenges. Gaining this insight creates space for meaningful change and growth that clients often come to therapy seeking.
Family Therapy
I use a family systems approach, which views the family as an interconnected emotional unit. Rather than focusing on one individual alone, we explore patterns and relationships between family members to address challenges, improve communication, and strengthen overall family dynamics. This perspective recognizes that changes in one part of the system ripple throughout, helping the whole family move toward healthier ways of relating. The approach is applicable and helpful in both individual and family sessions.
Trauma Informed Care
I use a trauma-informed approach that acknowledges how past experiences shape current thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, while being compassionate and grounded in our work together. This approach prioritizes trust, collaboration, and choice, helping clients confront difficult topics without unnecessary barriers. It supports building resilience, insight, and a stronger sense of control over their healing and growth.