In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our first session, you can expect a structured but relaxed conversation. I’ll ask about your current concerns and what you want to work on. You don’t need to prepare anything—I’ll guide the questions so we can build a clear understanding of what you’re facing and what you need. Clients often tell me the first session feels validating and clarifying. You’ll be able to talk openly at your own pace, and I’ll reflect back what I’m noticing to help you feel understood and supported. We’ll identify your therapy goals, explore what’s getting in the way, and begin mapping out the direction we’ll take in our work together.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My greatest strength lies in helping clients, especially Black and Brown women, who carry a lot emotionally but rarely feel supported themselves. I understand the pressure to be strong, polished, and “okay” while holding stress, self-doubt, or exhaustion beneath the surface. My approach is warm, validating, and culturally attuned, and I create a space where you can finally exhale and be fully seen. I pull from DBT, CBT, and psychodynamic therapy to help you not only understand your patterns, but also build tools for emotional regulation, boundaries, assertiveness, and self-worth. I am both compassionate and direct—I’ll listen deeply, but I’ll also help you identify the shifts that will create the most relief and confidence in your life. Clients who work with me often share that therapy feels both emotionally grounding and practically useful. I help you break old cycles, challenge unhelpful beliefs, and connect with a version of yourself that feels more centered, empowered, and aligned with your real needs.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

My ideal clients are adults who want a therapist who’s warm, direct, and collaborative. You may be dealing with anxiety, chronic stress, burnout, self-doubt, or difficulties in relationships. You’re not looking for a space to just vent—you want to understand your patterns and learn concrete skills that help you cope more effectively. I work especially well with people who feel stuck between who they are and who they want to be. You might feel overwhelmed, easily drained by others, unsure about your boundaries, or tired of repeating the same emotional cycles. Many of my clients are navigating transitions, questioning their identity, or wanting to show up differently in their relationships. If you’re motivated to grow, curious about your inner world, and open to learning new ways of responding to stress, we’ll be a great match. My goal is to support you in becoming more grounded, confident, and emotionally steady in your day-to-day life.