Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

The first session is an important step on your journey toward healing and growth. It’s a chance for us to get to know each other, build trust, and start creating a safe, supportive space for your healing. Introductions and Getting to Know You We’ll begin with introductions and a brief overview of my background and approach. This is your opportunity to share a bit about yourself and what brought you to therapy—there’s no pressure, just open conversation. Exploring Your Goals I’ll ask about what you hope to achieve in therapy. Whether you have clear goals or are seeking general support, we’ll explore your needs together and make sure therapy fits what you’re looking for. Understanding Your Story To provide the best support, I’ll gather some information about your personal and family history, important life events, and any challenges you’re currently facing. This helps me understand your unique experience. How Therapy Works I’ll explain how therapy sessions are structured, confidentiality rules, and what you can expect moving forward. This is a great time to ask any questions you have. Starting a Plan Together We’ll begin outlining a therapy plan tailored to your needs and goals. This plan is flexible and will evolve as we work together. Creating a Safe Space Most importantly, the first session is about making sure you feel comfortable and supported. It’s normal to have many emotions, and there’s no rush to share everything all at once. We’ll take it at your pace.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

With over 20 years of experience in therapy and clinical supervision, I bring deep knowledge and confidence to every client I work with. My training and expertise in trauma-focused therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and family systems approaches allow me to effectively support people facing challenges like trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship struggles. As a teletherapist, I’m skilled at providing high-quality, compassionate care in virtual settings—meeting clients exactly where they are and offering consistent support in a flexible, accessible way. Building strong therapeutic relationships through empathy, clear communication, and trust is central to my approach. I create a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard and empowered to grow. I’m also committed to ongoing learning and regularly update my skills with advanced trainings, including CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused CBT. This ensures I use the most effective and evidence-based methods to help clients achieve meaningful, lasting change. Together, these strengths enable me to be a compassionate, adaptable, and effective guide on your path to healing and growth.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I work with adults and families who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, anger, or behaviors that disrupt daily life. If you’re tired of feeling stuck, misunderstood, or weighed down by emotional challenges, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to face it by yourself. Together, we’ll create a safe, compassionate space where you can be heard and understood. My goal is to help you break free from patterns that hold you back and build practical skills to regain control, improve your relationships, and find more peace and balance in your life. If you’re ready to make meaningful changes and start feeling more like yourself again, I’m here to support you every step of the way.