LCSW, 6 years of experience
I help adults manage stress, anxiety, and relationship challenges so they can feel more grounded, confident, and connected in daily life. I welcome clients of all backgrounds, and I also create dedicated space for men who want to explore questions of masculinity, culture, and identity in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment. My style is warm, structured, and down-to-earth. You don’t need to come in with the perfect words or a clear plan—just showing up is enough. Together, we’ll figure out what’s most important right now and build practical tools that bring steadiness and momentum into your daily life. I primarily draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)—approaches that are practical and action-oriented. For clients interested in going deeper, I also integrate evidence-based methods that support long-term self-exploration and healing.
We’ll slow things down and create space to breathe. You don’t need perfect words—just come as you are. Together we’ll identify what feels most important right now and build a simple, practical roadmap so you leave with direction and a couple tools to start using immediately.
Clients tell me they feel comfortable and at ease with me. I bring calm structure, clear next steps, and evidence-based skills you can use between sessions so change doesn’t just stay in the room, it shows up in your daily life. I don't believe healing happens solely through strategies or checklists. I believe it happens through connection. I value the therapeutic relationship as a space where you can be fully seen, and we can explore what’s happening beneath the surface at a pace that feels safe and empowering. I bring patience, curiosity, and deep respect for each person’s process. My role is to help you make sense of your experience, reconnect with your inner strengths, and move toward the kind of life that feels more aligned and manageable—one step at a time.
Many of my clients are navigating life transitions, building healthier routines, or strengthening their relationships. If you’re ready to understand your patterns and create meaningful, sustainable change, I’d be honored to support you. Most clients see the best results by committing to weekly sessions, where consistency builds real progress.
I regularly incorporate it's principles into my work to help clients better understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. CBT is a structured, evidence-based approach that empowers clients to identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop healthier coping strategies.
I have experience using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients build the skills they need to manage overwhelming emotions, navigate interpersonal challenges, and create more balance in their lives. DBT is a structured, skills-based approach that blends mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral strategies, and acceptance work—making it especially helpful for individuals who feel stuck in patterns of emotional reactivity, avoidance, or self-criticism.
In my practice, I use Brainspotting to support clients dealing with PTSD, anxiety, depression, and the lingering effects of early or chronic stress. It’s especially helpful for clients who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from their emotions and bodies. This approach allows us to gently and safely access underlying material without needing to relive or over-explain painful memories.
I integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS) into my practice to help clients explore the different “parts” of themselves with curiosity, compassion, and clarity. IFS is a transformative, evidence-based model that views the mind as made up of multiple parts—each with its own emotions, beliefs, and roles. Many clients find this approach deeply validating, especially when navigating internal conflict, shame, or trauma.