New to Grow
Hi, I’m a licensed therapist in Texas. I work with adults currently navigating anxiety, depression, and the emotional weight of everyday life. Many of the people I work with appear fine on the outside but internally are feeling anxious, worried, or sad. My style is warm, grounded, and straightforward. I aim to create a space where you feel understood rather than analyzed, and where therapy feels supportive and safe.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Our first session is focused on getting to know you and your story. I’ll start by introducing myself and making sure you feel comfortable with the virtual session. From there, I’ll ask questions about your background and life experiences—things like where you grew up, family relationships, and what your life looks like now. This helps me understand you in context, not just your symptoms. There’s no pressure to share anything you’re not ready to talk about. We’ll move at a comfortable pace, and you’re always in control of what you choose to discuss. My goal is for you to feel heard, supported, and a little more at ease by the end of our time together.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
One of my greatest strengths as a therapist is the depth and range of my real-world background. With over 25 years of work across medical, hospital, and community mental health settings, I bring a grounded understanding of how emotional struggles show up in everyday life. I’ve worked with people of all ages throughout my career, which shapes how I listen, recognize patterns, and respond thoughtfully. I focus on understanding you as a whole person, not just a set of symptoms. I value real conversation over clinical jargon and work to create a space where you can talk openly and feel understood, without judgment or pressure.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
My ideal clients are adults who feel ready to begin exploring their thoughts and engage in the therapy process, even if they aren’t fully sure where to start. They don’t need to have everything figured out—clarity often develops through conversation. They are looking for a therapist who will listen without judgment and offer clear, respectful feedback. They value a collaborative approach and want support that helps them feel more grounded as they make progress. They are also comfortable with online therapy and appreciate the flexibility of meeting from the comfort of their home or office.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) quite often in my work, and I find it especially helpful for people dealing with anxiety and depression. CBT is a practical approach that looks at how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors influence one another. In sessions, we focus on noticing unhelpful thought patterns, understanding how they affect your feelings, and building coping skills that help you feel more grounded and emotionally steady in everyday life. I tailor this approach to each person rather than using a one-size-fits-all model.
Strength-Based
Many people come to therapy feeling like something is wrong with them. A strengths-based approach starts from a different place—recognizing the abilities, insight, and resilience you already bring with you. This approach helps people reconnect with their strengths, especially during times when stress, anxiety, or life changes have made those strengths harder to see. We build on what is already working while addressing the challenges that brought you to therapy in a supportive, realistic way.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Mindfulness-based therapy focuses on becoming more aware of what’s happening in the moment—your thoughts, emotions, and physical reactions. Instead of trying to push uncomfortable feelings away, this approach helps you notice them with more clarity and feel less overwhelmed. In sessions, we work on slowing things down and increasing awareness so you can respond to stress and emotions more thoughtfully, rather than feeling stuck in automatic reactions.