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

Our first session is about setting the foundation for real progress. We’ll begin with a structured clinical interview where I’ll ask detailed questions about different parts of your life, your work, habits, routines, childhood, and family dynamics. This gives us a clear, comprehensive picture of what’s working and what’s getting in your way. The goal of this first meeting is clarity. By the end of the session, I’ll share a provisional diagnosis and initial impressions so we can identify the key patterns and stressors behind your current challenges. From there, we’ll outline a personalized plan focused on measurable change, whether that means improving focus, managing stress more effectively, or resolving unresolved trauma that’s been slowing you down. You can expect the process to be professional, conversational, and focused on getting actionable insights right from the start. My approach is direct but supportive. I’ll ask thoughtful questions, listen carefully, and help you form connections that bring your goals within reach. The first session isn’t just about assessment; it’s about setting you up for success mentally, emotionally, and physically.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

What sets my approach apart is the balance between structure and depth. I don’t believe in “talk therapy” that drifts without direction. Our work is goal‑driven — rooted in understanding where your patterns come from, and building the tools and mindset to create meaningful, lasting change. I specialize in helping clients manage mood, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders — including PTSD and complex trauma — as well as the co‑occurring challenges that often come with them, like distraction, burnout, or substance use. My background spans community mental health, inpatient rehab, and trauma-focused therapy, which taught me that real progress happens when insight meets consistent action. I draw from evidence-based approaches, including EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and trauma-informed mindfulness. These aren’t abstract frameworks — they’re focused methods designed to help you calm your nervous system, sharpen focus, and regain control of your emotional regulation.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I specialize in working with people navigating the long-term effects of trauma and ADHD, especially when those challenges show up as chronic stress, emotional overwhelm, focus issues, or feeling stuck in patterns that don’t make sense. I support first responders and frontline professionals, including military personnel, law enforcement, firefighters, paramedics, healthcare workers, and civil servants, who carry the weight of responsibility in high-stress or traumatic environments and are often expected to “keep going” without space to process what they’ve been through. I work with survivors of abuse, sexual assault, or natural disasters who are seeking safety, healing, and a deeper sense of control in their lives. I help creative professionals and artists who feel intensely, think deeply, and may struggle with perfectionism, burnout, or emotional dysregulation in fast-moving or emotionally vulnerable environments. I offer affirming, inclusive care for LGBTQ individuals navigating identity, relationships, or the layered impact of trauma and social stressors in daily life. I also work with men who feel like they should “have it all together” but are quietly battling self-doubt, irritability, or disconnection from themselves and others. My practice is rooted in the belief that healing is never one-size-fits-all. I hold space for complexity, and I’m here to support you through the messy, layered, and very human process of change.