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

In our first session, we’ll take the time to explore your story, current challenges, and personal goals. I focus on understanding not just the symptoms you are experiencing, but also the underlying factors contributing to your difficulties. Together, we will clarify what you hope to achieve through therapy, discuss your strengths and coping strategies, and outline a plan tailored to your unique needs. You’ll leave the session with practical tools, initial insights, and a sense of direction for the next steps. I create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to begin making meaningful, lasting change in your life.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I bring eight years of diverse clinical experience across college counseling, addiction recovery, and community mental health, allowing me to meet clients where they are and guide them through a variety of challenges. I am a Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapist and integrate evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, as well as faith-informed counseling when appropriate. My greatest strengths lie in creating a collaborative, client-centered environment, tailoring interventions to each individual’s goals, and equipping clients with practical skills to manage emotions, overcome obstacles, and build resilience. I am committed to helping clients gain confidence, develop long-term coping strategies, and achieve meaningful personal growth in mental, emotional, and relational areas of life.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I am best positioned to serve adults, young adults, and veterans who are seeking guidance, support, and growth during life transitions or in the face of mental health challenges. My ideal clients may be experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress related to work or school, addiction recovery, relationship difficulties, or challenges associated with reintegration from probation, parole, or military service. I also work with clients navigating academic stress, career decisions, or personal development goals. The clients I work best with are motivated to improve their lives, open to exploring both evidence-based and faith-informed strategies, and willing to actively participate in the therapeutic process. They are looking for a safe, judgment-free space where they can share their story, feel understood, and gain practical tools to manage emotions, thoughts, and behaviors more effectively. My clients often desire to build resilience, improve self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, and make confident, informed decisions that align with their values and long-term goals. I tailor therapy to meet the unique needs of each individual, integrating techniques from CBT, DBT, and Christian counseling when appropriate. My clients value a collaborative, personalized approach that emphasizes both personal growth and tangible progress. Whether someone is seeking support for immediate stressors, long-standing patterns, or complex trauma, I provide guidance that helps them gain clarity, develop emotional regulation skills, and create sustainable change in their lives. Ultimately, my ideal clients are individuals who are ready to take an active role in their healing and growth, who want to understand themselves more deeply, and who are committed to building a life of resilience, purpose, and meaningful connection. Together, we work toward achieving measurable goals, overcoming barriers, and fostering lasting transformation in every area of life.