Licensed to practice in Maryland and accepts 11 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Coping Skills, Trauma and PTSD and 7 more.
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On paper, you have it all together. Whether you're managing a team, pouring everything into your career, or navigating the unique pressures of running a business, you're the reliable person everyone turns to. But constantly solving problems for others often means you're left carrying your own stress with no one to support you. Beneath that capable exterior, you might be carrying the heavy weight of trauma—whether from past experiences or chronic daily stress. It is easy to experience a quiet wave of impostor syndrome, worrying that showing vulnerability will cause everything to crack. Eventually, this turns into deep burnout that spills into your personal life, straining relationships and draining your joy. You don’t have to carry this alone anymore. I’m here to offer a warm, genuine space where you have a steady, experienced guide in your corner. Prior to my work as a therapist, I have decades of experience in the business world. My approach is informed by my extensive background in work operations and a front-row seat to the business world. I know firsthand how exhausting it is to navigate the fast pace, shifting dynamics, and constant pressure of this environment every single day. Because I understand these realities, I already speak your language. In our sessions, we focus on healing the root causes of your distress, not just managing symptoms. Backed by extensive training in advanced trauma treatment, I know how to help you safely process deep-seated stress. Highly capable people are often incredibly smart and easily intellectualize feelings, but trauma and burnout live in your nervous system, not just your logical brain.
Together, we will work gently to restore your nervous system, transform the pressure to be perfect, and get you out of survival mode so you can find true, sustainable peace.
When You’re Used to Having It All Together, Finding a Therapist Can Feel Like a Chore. You don’t need someone who just sits there and nods. You need someone who can navigate your complex inner world while creating a safe space for your body to finally drop its heavy armor. My approach bridges two worlds that rarely meet in a therapy room: advanced nervous system healing and deep corporate/organizational understanding. Here is what I bring to the table and how these techniques change the game for your recovery. 1. A Partner Who is Both Perceptive and Warm I bring deep insight and compassion to your story, helping you connect the dots, identify patterns, and look at the reality of your life clearly—all with genuine warmth and zero judgment. In our sessions, you are officially off the clock. You don't have to fix anything, manage my feelings, or pretend you're fine. This is a secure, confidential space where you can finally take off the "everything is handled" mask and just be a human being who needs a break. 2. We Target the Body, Not Just the Brain You are probably incredibly good at intellectualizing your feelings. You can analyze your childhood, explain your stress patterns, and perfectly diagnose your own defense mechanisms with textbook accuracy. But there is a massive difference between understanding your stress and releasing it. Your mind might say, "I am safe now," but if your heart is racing, your shoulders are tight, and your stomach is in knots, your body is still fighting a battle. Anxiety and burnout don’t just live as thoughts in your prefrontal cortex; they register as a physical imprint in your nervous system. By moving toward somatic (body-based) practices, we bypass the rational mind to address the physical residue of stress. We stop trying to think our way out of a feeling. 3. You Don't Have to Start From Square One Because my background is rooted in operations and the business world for nearly two decades, I am already deeply familiar with moving goalposts, complex workplace hierarchies, and the isolation that often comes with leadership. While every industry has its own unique dynamics, you won't have to spend your valuable session time translating basic workplace structures or explaining why organizational pressure is so exhausting. We seamlessly bridge the gap between your professional environment and your personal well-being, keeping our focus exactly where it belongs: on your healing.
My ideal client isn't someone who has it all figured out; it’s someone who has survived something heavy and is ready for a safe place to heal. You might be my ideal client if you are navigating the overwhelming aftermath of a traumatic event or a sudden, life-altering shock. I deeply connect with individuals who are experiencing the invisible toll of trauma—like feeling constantly on guard, jumpy, or super-alert to danger. You might be struggling with intrusive memories or vivid nightmares that disrupt your sleep, leaving you utterly exhausted during the day. Often, my clients feel a deep sense of isolation, feeling cut off from loved ones because it feels like no one truly validates what you went through. You might notice yourself feeling easily startled, anxious, or overwhelmed by intense emotions that seem to come out of nowhere. It is completely normal if you feel a bit guarded, frozen, or like the world doesn't feel entirely safe right now. My dream client is simply someone who, despite this exhaustion, holds a quiet hope for relief. You are ready to learn why your mind and body are reacting this way and want gentle, practical tools to make these heavy symptoms more manageable. If you are looking for a therapist who will hold a sacred space for your pain while gently guiding you to reclaim your peace, protect your well-being, and rediscover your beautiful resilience, we will be a wonderful fit. You do not have to carry this alone anymore.
Instead of forcing you to retell your hardest stories, Brainspotting is a gentle approach that reaches deep within the brain to help your mind and body finally digest trapped trauma. By unlocking stored stress behind the scenes, it naturally calms intense emotions and soothes a jumpy nervous system without requiring you to explain every painful detail. Ultimately, it takes the painful sting out of old memories so you can sleep better, feel safe in your own skin, and move forward with peace.
In our sessions, mindfulness is a gentle, comforting tool used to hit a "pause button" and safely reconnect with the present moment when life feels overwhelming. By practicing simple, down-to-earth techniques like focusing on your breathing or surroundings, we physically signal to your nervous system that you are safe right now. Ultimately, it helps you welcome your thoughts and feelings with kindness rather than judgment, creating a steady, quiet anchor inside yourself to navigate stress with greater peace.
My trauma-informed approach means I completely understand that your past experiences deeply shape how you think, feel, and react today. Instead of wondering "what is wrong with you," we gently look at "what happened to you," ensuring you never have to worry about being judged or rushed through your healing. Our sessions are built entirely around your physical and emotional safety, giving you full control over the pace of your therapy so you can rebuild your life with a true sense of security and trust.