Get to know me

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

YOUR FIRST SESSION is a chance to pause, breathe, and reflect —without any pressure or expectations. WE'LL SPEND TIME CONNECTING ON what brought you here, what you’re hoping to change or explore, and what challenges you’ve been carrying. Together, we’ll talk through your goals, explore a few supportive strategies, and begin mapping out what healing might look like for you. BY THE END OF THE SESSION, you’ll walk away with: - A clearer sense of how we’ll work together moving forward - A safe, supportive space to begin processing what’s been weighing on you - A few, small steps to help you move forward with clarity and confidence No need to prepare anything in advance—just come as you are. We’ll take it one step at a time - together.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

With 27 years of experience in clinical and private practice settings, I bring a calm, compassionate, and collaborative approach to therapy. Whether you’re navigating everyday stress or moving through a major life change, I’m here to walk alongside you with empathy, insight, and real-life tools. THERAPY AT SEASIDE is a space to slow down, to reflect, and to reconnect with the parts of yourself that have been overlooked or buried under responsibility. THE SEASIDE APPROACH is designed to help you build coping skills, reduce your stress, and feel more like yourself again. We’ll focus on your thought patterns, your values, and identifying tools (like CBT, solution-focused, mind-body, and mindfulness) that support your emotional balance. We’ll explore what’s working, what’s not, and what’s needed to move toward healing, clarity, and emotional wellness. I SPECIALIZE IN SUPPORTING WOMEN WHO ARE: - Experiencing anxiety, emotional burnout, or chronic stress that feels hard to explain—but even harder to carry - Going through a life transition such as a breakup, job change / retirement, health issue, relocation, or change in family dynamics - Feeling the emotional and physical toll of midlife changes like perimenopause and menopause - Seeking more clarity, confidence, or connection in their day-to-day life - Working on setting boundaries, learning how to show up more for themselves, and creating a sustainable self-care routine - Moving through grief, caregiving responsibilities, or age-related challenges - Feeling emotionally overloaded by the invisible labor of caregiving, relationships, or trying to keep everything running smoothly IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A THERAPIST WHO listens deeply, honors your personal experiences, and supports you in building a life that feels more balanced and aligned—you’re in the right place. I’d be honored to walk alongside you. While I welcome a wide range of concerns, there are some situations that may require a different type of care or support. SEASIDE IS NOT THE RIGHT SPACE FOR WOMEN WHO ARE:: - Managing severe depression or a complex mood disorder, such as Bipolar Disorder, that significantly interferes with your daily functioning - Experiencing active suicidal ideations - Currently in crisis or require emergency mental health support - In need of specialized treatment for trauma or PTSD like EMDR - Seeking couples counseling, family therapy, or therapy for children or teens BECAUSE I WORK EXCLUSIVELY ONLINE with clients across

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

AT SEASIDE MENTAL WELLNESS, I support women who are navigating the emotional toll of doing all the things—but still feeling anxious, stuck, or like they’ve lost touch with themselves. YOU MAY BE OUTWARDLY HOLDING IT ALL TOGETHER, but inside, you feel stretched thin, emotionally overwhelmed, or unsure of what’s next. You have been looking for a space to just breathe, to process, and to feel grounded again. SEASIDE IS A SUPPORTIVE SPACE FOR WOMEN WHO ARE: - Experiencing anxiety, emotional burnout, or chronic stress that feels hard to explain—but even harder to carry - Going through a life transition such as a breakup, job change / retirement, health issue, relocation, or change in family dynamics - Feeling the emotional and physical toll of midlife changes like perimenopause and menopause - Seeking more clarity, confidence, or connection in their day-to-day life - Working on setting boundaries, learning how to show up more for themselves, and creating a sustainable self-care routine - Moving through grief, caregiving responsibilities, or age-related challenges - Feeling emotionally overloaded by the invisible labor of caregiving, relationships, or trying to keep everything running smoothly MANY SEASIDE CLIENTS ARE self-aware, caring individuals who often support others—yet find it difficult to offer themselves the same compassion. You may not know exactly what you need yet, but you know something has to change. While I welcome a wide range of concerns, there are some situations that may require a different type of care or support. SEASIDE IS NOT THE RIGHT SPACE FOR WOMEN WHO ARE:: - Managing severe depression or a complex mood disorder, such as Bipolar Disorder, that significantly interferes with your daily functioning - Experiencing active suicidal ideations -Currently in crisis or require emergency mental health support - In need of specialized treatment for trauma or PTSD like EMDR - Seeking couples counseling, family therapy, or therapy for children or teens BECAUSE I WORK EXCLUSIVELY ONLINE with clients across Florida, local crisis resources and in-person care options may be limited—especially for those outside the Tampa Bay area. In those cases, I want to ensure you’re connected with a provider who can offer the level of care you truly need and deserve.