(she/her)
New to Grow
I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist committed to helping adults navigate life’s challenges with confidence and clarity. I specialize in supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, stress, emotional regulation difficulties, and relationship concerns, using evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, ACT, and interpersonal therapy (IPT). My style is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental, creating a safe space where clients feel heard, understood, and supported. I strive to meet each person where they are and empower them with practical skills to foster meaningful, lasting change.
In your first session, you can expect a warm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space where you can begin to share what brings you to therapy at your own pace. We’ll spend time getting to know each other, discussing your current concerns, background, and what you hope to gain from therapy. I may ask questions about your emotional well-being, relationships, and daily life to better understand your experiences. We will also review important information such as confidentiality and the structure of our work together. By the end of the session, we will begin to identify initial goals and discuss how we can move forward in a way that feels supportive, collaborative, and tailored to your needs.
What stands out about my therapeutic approach is the balance I create between compassion and practical skill-building. I draw from evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, ACT, and interpersonal therapy to provide a well-rounded and flexible treatment experience. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all model, I tailor each session to meet the unique needs, goals, and pace of the individual. I focus on helping clients understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, while also exploring how relationships and life experiences shape their current challenges. My approach is collaborative, culturally responsive, and grounded in creating a safe, supportive environment where clients feel genuinely heard and respected. In terms of methods and results, I emphasize teaching clients concrete tools they can apply in their daily lives, such as emotion regulation skills, mindfulness practices, effective communication strategies, and cognitive restructuring techniques. Clients often begin to notice increased self-awareness, improved coping abilities, and more confidence in managing stress and relationships. Over time, this leads to greater emotional stability, stronger interpersonal connections, and a clearer sense of direction aligned with their values. My goal is not only to support clients through immediate challenges but to equip them with lasting skills that promote long-term growth, resilience, and overall well-being.
I work primarily with adults who are navigating anxiety, stress, emotional dysregulation, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I connect well with individuals who are ready to explore their thoughts and behaviors, improve communication, and develop healthier coping strategies. Many of the clients I support are seeking a deeper understanding of themselves while also wanting practical tools to create meaningful change in their daily lives. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental, and culturally responsive space where clients feel heard and respected. My approach is collaborative and tailored to each individual, helping adults build resilience, strengthen relationships, and move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Interpersonal
Through collaborative exploration, I support clients in expressing emotions more effectively, strengthening communication skills, and building healthier, more supportive relationships. I tailor IPT interventions to meet each client where they are, integrating empathy, cultural awareness, and practical strategies to promote lasting change and improved functioning.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Through a balanced approach of validation and change, I help clients feel understood while also encouraging growth and skill development. I tailor DBT interventions to each client’s needs, providing supportive, skills-based treatment that promotes emotional resilience and more effective daily functioning.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Through ACT, I help clients clarify their personal values and take meaningful action that aligns with the life they want to live. I tailor this approach to each client’s unique needs, creating a supportive space for growth, resilience, and lasting behavioral change.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
By incorporating practical tools such as cognitive restructuring, behavioral activation, and skill-building exercises, I support clients in developing healthier thinking patterns and more effective coping skills. I tailor CBT interventions to each client’s unique needs, fostering empowerment, problem-solving, and lasting change.