Get to know me

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

In our first session together, my priority is to help you feel comfortable, understood, and in control of the process. We’ll begin by talking about what brings you to counseling and what you’re hoping to gain from it. There’s no pressure to share everything at once—this conversation moves at your pace. I’ll ask some guiding questions to get a sense of your history, current concerns, and the patterns you’ve noticed in your life. You’re welcome to pause, skip questions, or take your time. This session is also a chance for you to get a feel for my style, ask questions about therapy, and let me know what helps you feel supported. Together, we’ll start forming a plan for future sessions—clarifying your goals, discussing what approaches might be most helpful, and identifying what you’d like to focus on first. By the end of our time, you should have a clearer sense of how we can work together and what the next steps will look like. Overall, the first session is about building connection, safety, and understanding so that you can begin the therapeutic process with confidence and clarity.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

What sets my approach apart is the balance of depth, clarity, and practicality. I work in a way that helps you understand why you feel and react the way you do, while also giving you concrete tools you can use between sessions. My style is compassionate but active—I won’t simply nod along; I’ll help you make meaningful connections, notice patterns, and Experiment with new ways of responding to life’s challenges. I draw from evidence-based methods, but I tailor every session to you rather than forcing you into a one-size-fits-all model. Clients often tell me they appreciate that therapy feels like a collaborative conversation rather than a clinical interrogation. You can expect a space where your feelings are met with validation, your strengths are highlighted, and your growth is supported with both structure and flexibility. Over time, clients typically notice they’re more grounded, more self-aware, and more capable of handling difficult emotions or situations. They begin to make choices that align with who they want to be instead of old habits or fears. My goal isn’t just short-term relief—it’s lasting change that helps you move through the world with greater confidence, clarity, and self-trust.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I’m especially attuned to clients who value deeper self-understanding, who suspect that old patterns are holding them back, and who are ready to explore new ways of relating to themselves and others. Whether your goals include healing past wounds, setting healthier boundaries, improving emotional regulation, or gaining confidence in your decisions, I provide a grounded, collaborative approach that moves at a pace that feels safe and sustainable. If you’re looking for a therapist who balances compassion with gentle challenge, helps make sense of complex emotions, and supports both insight and practical change, I may be a strong fit for you.