Licensed to practice in 2 states and accepts 9 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Self Esteem and 10 more.
(she/her)
Seeking support is a meaningful step, and I strive to create a warm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered. My goal is to build a strong therapeutic relationship that helps you navigate life's challenges while recognizing and building on your unique strengths. I have experience supporting individuals navigating ADHD, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), stress management, cultural and ethnic concerns, women's issues, family challenges, and relationship concerns. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, working through past trauma, navigating relationship or family concerns, or simply looking for greater balance and confidence, I'm here to support.
Clients can expect their first session with me to be a welcoming, supportive, and judgment-free space where they feel heard and respected. My priority is getting to know you—not just the challenges that brought you to therapy, but also your strengths, values, and goals. During our first session, we'll discuss what you're hoping to achieve, review your personal history at a pace that feels comfortable, and explore any immediate concerns or questions you may have.
I bring a client-centered and culturally competent approach to every role I take on. My work is fueled by compassion, resilience, and a commitment to advocacy for underserved populations, including veterans, at-risk youth with the legal system, youth in foster care, individuals with co-occurring disorders, and immigrant families. Colleagues and clients know me for my ability to build trust, think critically under pressure, and create solutions that foster long-term growth. I am driven by values of empathy, integrity, and collaboration—always striving to uplift others and help them reach their fullest potential.
My ideal client is someone who is curious about themselves and open to exploring the thoughts, feelings, relationships, and experiences that shape their lives. I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, and families navigating anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, relationship difficulties, self-esteem concerns, trauma, and behavioral or life challenges. You don’t need to have everything figured out before coming to therapy. In fact, I especially enjoy working with people who are willing to be curious, engage in free association, and explore whatever comes up in the room.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients better understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Together, we identify patterns that may be contributing to anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, or other challenges, and explore more helpful and balanced ways of responding.
I use a Humanistic approach that emphasizes self-actualization—the belief that we each have a natural drive toward growth, healing, and reaching our highest potential. Our work focuses on the present moment and what you are experiencing here and now, while still making space to understand how past experiences may influence your current life.
My experience with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is to help clients develop a healthier relationship with difficult thoughts, emotions, and life experiences rather than feeling the need to fight, avoid, or control them. We explore ways to openly allow unwanted thoughts and feelings to come and go while staying grounded in the present moment.
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a collaborative, nonjudgmental approach to help clients explore their own reasons for change. Rather than telling clients what they should do, I help them identify what matters to them, explore any uncertainty or ambivalence they may be experiencing, and build confidence in their ability to make meaningful changes.