LCSW, 20 years of experience
New to Grow
I work with adults, teens, and families navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction and life transitions—whether rooted in the past or unfolding in real time. Some of us carry burdens that others can’t see: early wounds, chronic stress, or invisible grief that’s hard to name, let alone process. Together, we’ll slow things down, make sense of what’s happening, and build practical strategies for feeling better, day by day. My style is warm, grounded, and collaborative. I draw from evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care to name a few—but our work is always tailored to you. I have provided group, family and individual counseling in hospitals, residential, day treatment, intensive out patient and outpatient settings for behavioral health and addictions. I specialize in overcoming trauma, managing anxiety and working with and through challenges like addiction, depression and PTSD toward a life that works for you. Clients often tell me they feel both deeply accepted and gently challenged in our work. I’m here to help you reconnect with your own clarity, capacity, and self-compassion—especially if that’s been hard to access in the past. Whether you're feeling stuck or starting over, we can work together to create the change you want, at a pace that feels safe and real.
Your first session is a chance for us to get to know each other and start understanding what brings you to therapy. We’ll spend time talking about your current challenges, goals, and what you hope to achieve through our work together. I’ll ask questions to get a sense of your experiences, patterns, and coping strategies, and I’ll listen carefully to what matters most to you. I’ll also explain my approach, the types of therapy and strategies I use, and how we can work together in a practical, evidence-informed way. This is your space to ask questions, share concerns, and clarify anything about the process so it feels comfortable and clear. We’ll go over practical details like payment, scheduling, and how sessions work, so everything is clear and straightforward. I’m happy to answer any questions about the logistics or the therapy process itself, helping make the experience feel approachable and easy to understand. The first session isn’t about solving everything at once—it’s about building a foundation. We’ll start identifying small, concrete steps that you can take, and you’ll leave with a better understanding of how therapy can support you. My goal is to make the process approachable and actionable, so you feel understood, supported, and equipped to start taking steps toward managing stress, coping with emotions, and navigating life more effectively.
What stands out about my therapeutic approach is that it is practical, evidence-informed, and deeply collaborative, grounded in the real challenges people face every day. I work with clients to understand the patterns behind their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and help them develop tools and strategies that actually fit their lives. I draw from a range of approaches—including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and culturally sensitive practices—to tailor therapy to each person’s unique needs, experiences, and goals. I take a compassionate, straightforward approach, creating a space where you can feel seen, heard, and understood without judgment. I know that navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, or identity-related stress can feel overwhelming, and I aim to make therapy clear, approachable, and actionable. Together, we break challenges down into practical steps, so progress feels real and sustainable. Clients notice changes in how they cope with stress, understand themselves, and relate to others. I work with you to keep sessions focused, practical, and grounded so you can walk away with ideas and tools you can actually use. My goal is to help you take steps that make life feel more manageable, balanced, and meaningful, while feeling supported and understood along the way.
If you’re ready to understand yourself better and take practical steps to feel more capable, balanced, and in control, then I’d love to talk to you. And if you’re not sure yet, I can help you explore what might get in the way and support you in finding the willingness to engage fully in the work of therapy.
I use ACT to help clients face difficult thoughts and feelings with compassion while taking steps toward what truly matters to them. Together, we focus on accepting challenges, building coping skills, and creating meaningful, values-driven action. ACT supports healing from anxiety, depression, trauma, and identity-related stress, helping clients feel more empowered and hopeful.I have provided group, family and individual counseling in hospitals, residential, day treatment, intensive out patient and outpatient settings for behavioral health and addictions. I specialize in overcoming trauma, managing anxiety and working with and through challenges like addiction, depression and PTSD toward a life that works for you. Clients often tell me they feel both deeply accepted and gently challenged in our work. I’m here to help you reconnect with your own clarity, capacity, and self-compassion—especially if that’s been hard to access in the past. Whether you're feeling stuck or starting over, we can work together to create the change you want, at a pace that feels safe and real.
I use CBT to help clients understand and gently challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress. Together, we identify patterns, develop practical coping strategies, and practice skills that promote healthier thinking and more balanced emotions. CBT provides clients with tools to feel more in control, resilient, and hopeful in daily life.I have provided group, family and individual counseling in hospitals, residential, day treatment, intensive out patient and outpatient settings for behavioral health and addictions. I specialize in overcoming trauma, managing anxiety and working with and through challenges like addiction, depression and PTSD toward a life that works for you. Clients often tell me they feel both deeply accepted and gently challenged in our work. I’m here to help you reconnect with your own clarity, capacity, and self-compassion—especially if that’s been hard to access in the past. Whether you're feeling stuck or starting over, we can work together to create the change you want, at a pace that feels safe and real.
themselves. Many people struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or self-criticism experience harsh inner judgment that makes healing harder. In CFT, we practice self-compassion skills, learn to soothe and care for ourselves, and build emotional resilience. This approach helps clients feel safer in their own minds, reduce self-criticism, and approach life with greater hope, acceptance, and inner stI work with adults, teens, and families navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction and life transitions—whether rooted in the past or unfolding in real time. Some of us carry burdens that others can’t see: early wounds, chronic stress, or invisible grief that’s hard to name, let alone process. Together, we’ll slow things down, make sense of what’s happening, and build practical strategies for feeling better, day by day. My style is warm, grounded, and collaborative. I draw from evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care to name a few—but our work is always tailored to you. I have provided group, family and individual counseling in hospitals, residential, day treatment, intensive out patient and outpatient settings for behavioral health and addictions. I specialize in overcoming trauma, managing anxiety and working with and through challenges like addiction, depression and PTSD toward a life that works for you. Clients often tell me they feel both deeply accepted and gently challenged in our work. I’m here to help you reconnect with your own clarity, capacity, and self-compassion—especially if that’s been hard to access in the past. Whether you're feeling stuck or starting over, we can work together to create the change you want, at a pace that feels safe and real.
I use Attachment-Based Therapy to help clients understand how early relationships and experiences influence their emotions, behaviors, and relationships today. Together, we explore patterns that may cause anxiety, depression, or difficulty connecting with others, and work to build healthier ways of relating to yourself and those around you. This approach fosters security, trust, and emotional resilience, helping clients feel more connected, supported, and hopeful.I have provided group, family and individual counseling in hospitals, residential, day treatment, intensive out patient and outpatient settings for behavioral health and addictions. I specialize in overcoming trauma, managing anxiety and working with and through challenges like addiction, depression and PTSD toward a life that works for you. Clients often tell me they feel both deeply accepted and gently challenged in our work. I’m here to help you reconnect with your own clarity, capacity, and self-compassion—especially if that’s been hard to access in the past. Whether you're feeling stuck or starting over, we can work together to create the change you want, at a pace that feels safe and real.
I work openly and directly with clients around how their culture, identity, and experiences with racism or discrimination affect their mental health. I make space for LGBTQ+ clients and those from marginalized backgrounds to be fully seen and heard. Therapy focuses on understanding your experiences, addressing the stress they create, and building practical strategies to cope, heal, and feel more empowered in everyday life.I have provided group, family and individual counseling in hospitals, residential, day treatment, intensive out patient and outpatient settings for behavioral health and addictions. I specialize in overcoming trauma, managing anxiety and working with and through challenges like addiction, depression and PTSD toward a life that works for you. Clients often tell me they feel both deeply accepted and gently challenged in our work. I’m here to help you reconnect with your own clarity, capacity, and self-compassion—especially if that’s been hard to access in the past. Whether you're feeling stuck or starting over, we can work together to create the change you want, at a pace that feels safe and real.