LPC, 11 years of experience
I’m a therapist dedicated to helping people navigate life’s challenges with compassion and practical tools. I use evidence-based approaches like CBT and ACT to support clients in managing anxiety, depression, trauma, and everyday stress. My goal is to create a safe space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions, develop coping strategies, and take meaningful steps toward the life you want. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply seeking personal growth, I’m here to help you find clarity and resilience.
In your first session, my focus is on helping you feel at ease. We’ll begin with a brief introduction and review of confidentiality, so you know this is a safe and private space. From there, I’ll invite you to share what brought you to therapy and what you hope to achieve. I’ll also ask some background questions about your personal history, current challenges, and support systems. This helps me better understand your unique situation. Together, we’ll start identifying your goals and discuss a plan for how we can work toward them. By the end of the session, most clients leave with a clearer sense of direction, a few practical strategies to begin using right away, and reassurance that they don’t have to navigate their challenges alone.
As a therapist, my greatest strengths are compassion, practicality, and adaptability. I create a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients feel truly heard and supported while also providing evidence based tools to help them make real changes. I have a strong ability to break down complex emotions and thought patterns into manageable steps, making growth feel achievable rather than overwhelming. My approach is both insightful and action-oriented, helping clients not only understand their struggles but also take meaningful steps forward. Additionally, I adapt my techniques to fit each individual whether you need gentle encouragement, structured strategies, or deep self-exploration, I meet you where you are. My goal is to help you feel empowered, resilient, and more aligned with the life you want to live.
I work best with clients who feel stuck in negative thought patterns, overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or life transitions, and are ready to make meaningful changes. Whether you're struggling with self-doubt, stress, past trauma, or relationship challenges, I help you develop practical coping skills and a new way of relating to your thoughts and emotions. My approach is ideal for individuals who want a balance of self-exploration and action oriented strategies, guiding you toward a life that aligns with your values and goals. If you're open to learning, growing, and making small but powerful shifts, I’m here to support you every step of the way.
In my therapy practice, I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients stop struggling with their thoughts and emotions and start living a life that aligns with their values. Rather than trying to eliminate difficult feelings, ACT teaches people to accept them while still moving forward. I guide clients through mindfulness exercises to stay present, help them reframe negative thoughts with techniques like "leaves on a stream," and work with them to identify what truly matters whether that’s relationships, career, or personal growth. From there, we focus on taking small, meaningful actions toward their goals, even when discomfort is present. This approach has been incredibly effective for anxiety, depression, trauma, and even chronic pain, helping people break free from avoidance and step into a more fulfilling life.
In my therapy practice, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected. The goal is to identify negative thinking patterns and replace them with healthier, more balanced perspectives. For example, if a client struggles with anxiety, we might explore the thoughts fueling their worry like assuming the worst will happen and challenge those beliefs with evidence. I also guide clients through behavioral strategies, such as gradual exposure for fears or scheduling enjoyable activities to lift their mood. By combining thought work with real life action, CBT helps clients break free from unhelpful patterns and build practical skills to manage stress, depression, and anxiety more effectively. It’s all about learning to think in a way that supports well being and taking action that aligns with their goals.
1 rating with written reviews
March 15, 2025
She was very helpful and made me feel comfortable and safe enough to open up fully