Are you the "reliable one" or the "calm, cool, collected one" who is secretly drowning? On the outside, you have it together. You’re the fixer, the peacemaker, and the one everyone leans on. But internally, you are exhausted. You’re haunted by a relentless inner critic of never feeling good enough, a "fawn" response that makes saying "no" feel dangerous and impossible, and a mountain of guilt for burdens that aren’t even yours to carry. Whether it’s chronic worry, disrupted sleep, or using substances to finally "turn off" your brain at night, these aren't just symptoms. They are the cost of a lifetime spent over-functioning for others while neglecting yourself. You’ve spent so long being compassionate to everyone else. It’s time we directed some of that energy toward your own healing.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Our priority is building a connection where you feel safe enough to be your authentic self. We will discuss the specific challenges you’re facing—whether that is Generalized Anxiety (GAD), Complex PTSD, or the secondary struggle of using substances to cope—and outline a clear path forward. I don’t believe in just "managing" symptoms. I want to work collaboratively with you to understand the why behind your experiences so we can create sustainable change.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
A Candid Space to Set the Burdens Down In our sessions, you don't have to "perform" or be the "perfect client." My style is candid and collaborative—I’m here to offer a clear-eyed perspective on the cycles of self-criticism and people-pleasing that have worn you down. We won't just lean on "lame affirmations" like "just love yourself" to silence your inner critic. If it were that easy, you would have done it by now. Instead, we use EMDR and CPT to address the childhood roots of these patterns, transforming "insight" into actual relief. We work to unhook the heavy survival responses from your past so you can finally stop carrying weight that was never yours to bear.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I work exceptionally well with high-functioning adults (ages 18-64) who are ready to stop "fixing" everything for everyone else and start doing the deeper work. My approach is fully person-centered and focuses on integrating evidence-based methods to help you understand the emotional roots of your struggles, specializing in: Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) & Childhood Trauma Chronic Fawning & People-Pleasing Generalized Anxiety (GAD) Addiction Recovery & Emotional Numbing
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
In this method, I work with you to uncover and challenge the core beliefs shaped by past experiences. We focus on identifying and reframing negative self-talk and unhelpful thought patterns to alleviate symptoms of anxiety, worry, and foster healthier self-talk.
Motivational Interviewing
This collaborative method is highly effective for individuals dealing with substance use disorders (SUD) or feeling ambivalence about sobriety and goals. We work to explore and resolve this ambivalence, helping you access and solidify your own inherent motivation for change.
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
CPT is a evidence-based trauma-focused therapy. We systematically examine the entrenched beliefs and messages you’ve carried from your past experiences and trauma. Together, we work on shifting the ones that are heavy or unhelpful, so you can feel lighter, experience fewer triggers, and gain a greater sense of control. The benefit is that this healing work can be done without lengthy discussions of graphic trauma details.
EMDR
EMDR is a specialized therapy that uses bilateral stimulation (like eye movements) to help your brain naturally process distressing memories and release emotions locked in the body. This significantly eases symptoms like intense anxiety, debilitating flashbacks, and emotional triggers, allowing for powerful, deep healing. The premise is that your body has the innate ability to heal from trauma.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I use this positive and practical method to quickly tap into your existing strengths and resources. We focus on defining your preferred future and identifying what is currently working well in your life, accelerating your progress and focusing on achievable goals.
2 ratings with written reviews
April 14, 2025
I am comfortable talking to her. I am starting to hear feedback and confirmation just for me that I’m okay and that my feelings I have are normal but don’t define me.
March 3, 2025
She is absolutely phenomenal!!