New to Grow
As a Therapist, I’m passionate about helping clients evolve into the best version of themselves. I specialize in supporting those navigating depression, anxiety, and life transitions, and I’m committed to breaking cycles of self-doubt, self-sabotage, and emotional pain rooted in trauma or cultural conditioning. My approach blends evidence-based practices, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Supportive Therapy, with a deep understanding of your unique story. At EJM Therapy, you’ll find a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can show up fully without shame or stigma. For many clients such as yourself, finding a place to share openly without fear of judgment can feel impossible. Somewhere you can laugh, cry, scream, or all three. Here, you are heard, seen, and supported. Therapy can be the recipe for unstoppable healing and unshakable peace. If you’re ready to move forward, I’d love to walk alongside you. Let’s talk.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
During your first session, you can expect a calm, welcoming space where you’re invited to share what brings you to therapy at your own pace. I’ll ask gentle, open‑ended questions to help me understand your story, your current concerns, and what you hope to gain from our work together. We’ll explore your emotional, relational, and spiritual needs, and begin identifying the patterns or experiences that may be impacting your well‑being. This session is also a chance for you to get a feel for my therapeutic style and ask any questions you may have about the process. Together, we’ll clarify your goals, discuss what approaches may be most supportive for you whether CBT, TF‑CBT, faith‑integrated counseling, or relational work and begin shaping a plan that aligns with your values and comfort level. Most importantly, you can expect to feel heard, respected, and supported. My goal is for you to leave the first session with a sense of relief, clarity, and hope that you’re not walking this journey alone.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
What stands out about my approach is the way I blend evidence‑based therapy with a warm, relational, and culturally responsive style. I don’t believe in one‑size‑fits‑all therapy. Instead, I take time to understand your story, your values, and the unique experiences that shaped you. My work integrates CBT, TF‑CBT, and relational methods with the option of faith‑based support for clients who desire it. This allows us to address both the practical patterns you want to change and the deeper emotional or spiritual roots beneath them. Clients often share that they feel genuinely seen and understood in our sessions. I create a space where you can be honest without judgment, explore your emotions safely, and build insight at a pace that feels right for you. My approach is collaborative and empowering you’re not just learning coping skills, you’re learning to understand yourself, break old cycles, and move toward a life that aligns with your values and identity. The result is therapy that feels both grounding and transformative. Clients leave sessions with clarity, practical tools, and a renewed sense of hope that real change is possible.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I am best positioned to serve client who are navigating seasons of transition, emotional overwhelm, or a desire for deeper healing and self‑understanding. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve them whether those patterns show up as anxiety, self‑doubt, people‑pleasing, relationship challenges, or the lingering impact of past trauma. They are often thoughtful, introspective, and motivated for change, even if they’re unsure where to begin. I work especially well with clients who value a therapeutic space that is warm, culturally responsive, and grounded in both evidence‑based practices and faith‑informed wisdom. My clients are often seeking clarity, emotional balance, healthier boundaries, and a life that aligns more closely with their values and identity. They want to understand themselves more deeply, break generational cycles, strengthen their relationship with God, and move toward a more grounded, confident, and purposeful way of living
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is used in individual sessions to help clients build insight into the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, identify unhelpful patterns, and develop healthier, values‑aligned ways of living. Through structured interventions, clients learn to recognize cognitive distortions, challenge limiting beliefs, and practice new behaviors that support emotional regulation and long‑term change.
Faith based therapy
Faith‑based therapy is used with individual/ Couples who want to integrate their spiritual beliefs with their emotional and psychological healing. This approach supports clients in building insight, exploring how faith informs their identity and values, and developing healthier patterns that align with their spiritual convictions. Through reflective dialogue, Scripture‑informed guidance, and evidence‑based interventions, clients learn to navigate challenges with greater clarity, strengthen their relationship with God, and move toward a more grounded, values‑driven way of living.
Gottman method
The Gottman Method is used in therapy sessions to help couples understand the patterns that shape their relational dynamics and to build healthier, more intentional ways of connecting. Through structured assessments, skill‑building exercises, and evidence‑based interventions, clients learn to strengthen friendship, improve communication, manage conflict more effectively, and increase emotional attunement. This approach supports individuals and couples in developing relational habits that align with their values, deepen trust, and foster long‑term relational health.
Trauma-Focused CBT
TF‑CBT is used in individual sessions to help clients process traumatic experiences in a structured, supportive, and developmentally appropriate way. This approach integrates cognitive‑behavioral strategies with trauma‑sensitive interventions to build insight, reduce distress, and strengthen coping skills. Clients learn to identify trauma‑related thoughts and body responses, develop healthier interpretations, and practice emotional regulation techniques that promote safety and empowerment. Through gradual exposure, narrative work, and resilience‑building exercises, TF‑CBT supports clients in healing from trauma and moving toward a more grounded, values‑aligned life.