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

The first session is an opportunity to begin building a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship. We will discuss what brings you to therapy, your goals, and any experiences or relationships you feel are important to share. There is no expectation to cover everything at once; we will move at a pace that feels comfortable and respectful of your process. You are also welcome to ask questions to help determine whether this approach feels like a good fit. Individual therapy sessions are 45–50 minutes in length. Sessions typically begin and end on time to provide consistency, structure, and emotional containment. If meaningful topics arise near the end of a session, we will acknowledge them and plan to continue the work in future sessions.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My clinical orientation toward psychodynamic therapy, object relations, and attachment theory reflects a depth-oriented approach to human behavior. I am skilled at noticing patterns, holding complexity, and approaching clients with curiosity rather than judgment—particularly when their coping strategies were once necessary for emotional survival. I also bring a relational sensitivity, including the ability to attune, listen closely, and create a sense of emotional safety. This allows clients to feel seen and understood, often in ways they may not have experienced before. Some say that my comfort with exploring emotions, relationships, and the therapeutic relationship itself supports meaningful insight and lasting change.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I work best with clients who are curious about their inner world and open to exploring how past relationships shape present experiences. Many of my clients find themselves stuck in familiar patterns—whether in relationships, self-esteem, or emotional regulation—and want to understand why these patterns keep showing up. My approach is especially supportive for individuals who: Struggle with relationship or attachment challenges (e.g., anxiety, avoidance, people-pleasing, fear of abandonment) Feel impacted by early childhood experiences, family dynamics, or emotionally unavailable caregiving Experience chronic self-doubt, shame, or difficulty trusting themselves or others Notice repeating patterns in relationships and want deeper, long-term change rather than quick fixes Are navigating identity development, life transitions, or emotional growth Value insight, reflection, and a relational, depth-oriented therapeutic process Clients who appreciate a thoughtful, collaborative pace and are open to self-exploration often find this work meaningful and transformative.