LCSW, 8 years of experience
I specialize in helping individuals navigate the challenges of substance use, emotional dysregulation, and life transitions. My work is rooted in evidence-based practices, including Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)—approaches that support real change by combining empathy, skill-building, and a strong therapeutic alliance. With 8 years of clinical experience and lived experience with addiction and family trauma, I bring both professional knowledge and real-world understanding into the therapy room. Above all, I offer a space where you don’t have to explain or justify your struggle—you can just be real. And from that place, we work together to create the life you want to live.
The first session is all about connection. I know that reaching out for therapy can take a lot of courage, and my priority is to create a space where you feel respected, heard, and understood—without pressure or judgment. We’ll start by getting to know each other. I’ll ask some questions to better understand what’s bringing you to therapy, what’s worked or not worked for you in the past, and what you hope to get out of our work together.
One of my greatest strengths as a therapist is my ability to truly meet people where they are. My lived experience with trauma and substance use affords me the opportunity to connect with individuals in an authentic way.
Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working in a range of settings—from adult opioid treatment programs to adolescent residential treatment programs—which has deepened my understanding of how addiction, trauma, and mental health intersect. Whether you're just beginning your journey toward recovery or looking to build more effective coping strategies, I provide a nonjudgmental space where growth is possible.
I use MI to meet clients where they are. Together, we explore ambivalence, build motivation, and identify personal goals for change—without pressure or judgment.
I help clients develop practical skills for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and staying present in the moment.
I work collaboratively with individuals to identify and change unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to emotional distress or dysfunctional behavior.
1 rating with written reviews
August 13, 2025
Lock in. This therapist is legit. For only having the first session so far, she is super dope!