LMFT, 6 years of experience
New to Grow
Greetings beautiful humans! I am ethically non-monogamous (ENM), LGBTQ+, and Autistic/ADHD. I share these identities as they inform and impact my worldview as well as my therapeutic process. I am passionate about working with people that share these identities, because I want you to feel seen, heard, and understood in a way that you might not find in the world on a regular basis.
When I show up in the therapy room, I prefer to show up authentically and bring as much of myself to the session as possible, while still making the process all about your situation and struggles. I also strive to be warm and grounded in my own strength while we walk through your world.
I focus on the relationship. One of the greatest therapists living today, Irvin Yalom, once said "It's the relationship that heals." I put that at the forefront of our process. I will work to have a meaningful therapeutic relationship with you, which will help amplify the overall process.
I also enjoy working with other communities that may feel ‘othered’ like people of color, sexual outsiders, sex workers, immigrants, and people from other cultures. I believe our differences make us unique and beautiful.
I like to use the CBT model to determine a best course of treatment based on your motivation. For example, do you feel most excited to focus on your thoughts, feelings, or actions, and then we can set goals around that.
We would focus on acceptance and mindfulness, while learning to take actions that align with your values.
Are you struggling with your existence or place in the world? Do you have fears of death? These are challenging questions to delve into and process.
You are who you are, and I will affirm you in that place. Also, your gender identity is not all of who you are. If you are transgender, and you just want to do therapy with someone who gets it, that's me. But definitely, If you are starting your journey, I will walk with you through the process, and provide information and support along the way.