Licensed to practice in Colorado and accepts 15 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Life Transitions, Men's Issues and 5 more.
(he/him)
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes therapy works best when it's collaborative, honest, and centered on your goals. I take a client-centered approach, working to understand your unique experiences while balancing genuine validation with thoughtful challenges that promote growth. Building a strong therapeutic relationship is a priority because meaningful change often starts with trust. I also bring humor into the process when appropriate—therapy can be serious and productive without feeling overly formal or clinical.
In our first session, you can expect a relaxed, conversational approach focused on getting to know you and your story. We'll spend time building rapport, understanding what brings you to therapy, and identifying the goals you'd like to work toward. I'll also provide psychoeducation when helpful so you can better understand what you're experiencing and begin developing a roadmap for change.
What sets my approach apart is the emphasis I place on building a genuine therapeutic relationship. When clients feel understood and supported, it creates the trust needed for both sincere validation and honest, direct feedback. I won't simply agree with everything you say—I aim to help you recognize patterns, challenge unhelpful beliefs, and make meaningful changes while feeling respected and understood throughout the process.
I work with teens, young adults, adults, and older adults navigating a wide range of life challenges and transitions. I have particular experience helping people manage anxiety, depression, identity concerns, relationship difficulties, and major life changes. I also have significant experience working with older adults (75+) facing issues related to aging, loss, health concerns, and adjusting to new stages of life. My approach is tailored to each person's unique goals, strengths, and circumstances.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT and person-centered therapy often work very well together because they address different aspects of change. A person-centered foundation means you prioritize empathy, unconditional positive regard, authenticity, and collaboration. The therapeutic relationship comes first. CBT becomes a tool you introduce within that relationship rather than a rigid protocol you impose.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I use DBT techniques to help clients develop practical skills for everyday life. Together, we'll work on managing overwhelming emotions, getting through stressful situations without acting impulsively, communicating more effectively in relationships, and becoming more aware of patterns that may be keeping you stuck. These skills are designed to help you feel more in control and better equipped to handle life's challenges.
Narrative
I incorporate narrative therapy by helping clients examine the stories they tell themselves about who they are and what they've experienced. Together, we explore how past experiences, relationships, and life events may have shaped those stories, while identifying strengths, values, and moments that may have been overlooked. This process can help clients develop a more balanced perspective, separate themselves from their problems, and create a narrative that better reflects who they want to be.
Existential
I incorporate existential therapy by helping clients explore deeper questions about meaning, purpose, identity, and personal responsibility. Together, we examine how life experiences, values, relationships, and choices shape the way you understand yourself and your place in the world. This approach can be especially helpful during periods of uncertainty, transition, or self-discovery, helping clients live more intentionally and in alignment with what matters most to them.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I use a Rogerian, or person-centered, approach that emphasizes empathy, authenticity, and a strong therapeutic relationship. I believe meaningful change happens when people feel genuinely understood, accepted, and respected. My role is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can openly explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences while gaining greater self-awareness, confidence, and clarity about the direction you want your life to take.