LMHC, 16 years of experience
New to Grow
I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 16 years of experience helping adults and couples overcome anxiety, trauma, and grief, and find calm in the middle of life’s stress and transitions. My approach is warm, genuine, and deeply compassionate—I want you to feel comfortable, understood, and truly cared for. I don’t just listen; I help you uncover the “why” behind your patterns and guide you toward lasting clarity, balance, and peace of mind. I use a person-centered, trauma-informed, and cognitive behavioral (CBT) approach, creating a space where you can be fully yourself without fear of judgment. My goal is to help you rediscover your confidence, rebuild your relationships, and create a life that finally feels steady, meaningful, and fulfilling
Your first session is a calm, welcoming space where you can take a deep breath and just be yourself. There’s no pressure to have the perfect words or know exactly where to start—we’ll go at your pace. I’ll listen closely, help you feel grounded, and start exploring what’s been weighing on you. Together, we’ll identify your goals and begin finding small, realistic steps toward relief and balance. Clients often tell me they leave the first session feeling lighter, understood, and hopeful—like they’ve finally found someone who truly gets it and knows how to help.
Clients often describe my approach as warm, intuitive, and grounding. I create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can speak freely and know you’re being truly heard. My greatest strength lies in blending compassion with practical, evidence-based strategies that help you move forward. Drawing from trauma-informed, person-centered, and cognitive behavioral (CBT) approaches, I tailor each session to meet your unique needs. I’m direct but caring—I’ll challenge you when needed, but always with empathy and respect. My goal is to help you gain clarity, confidence, and the peace of mind to live life on your own terms.
work with individuals and couples who want to feel emotionally steady, connected, and more at peace in their daily lives. Many of my clients are strong, capable people who take care of everyone else but rarely make time for themselves. You might be struggling with anxiety, grief, trauma, or relationship strain and feel ready to understand what’s keeping you stuck and how to move forward. My goal is to help you feel lighter, more confident, and supported as you rebuild balance and direction—whether that’s in your personal growth or your relationship. I also specialize in working with first responders and military service members who carry the emotional weight of helping others, and I provide an affirming, compassionate space for LGBTQ+ clients navigating identity, self-acceptance, and connection. No matter who you are or what you’re facing, you’ll be met with warmth, understanding, and respect from the very first session.
I have extensive experience using a person-centered approach, creating a warm, nonjudgmental space that encourages clients to explore their thoughts and emotions freely. I believe that each client has the inner capacity for growth and healing, and I use empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard to help them access their strengths and self-awareness. In my practice, I tailor sessions to each client’s unique needs, supporting autonomy and personal empowerment throughout the therapeutic process.
I frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns that contribute to emotional distress and ineffective behaviors. I guide clients in developing healthier coping skills, restructuring cognitive distortions, and building practical strategies to manage anxiety, depression, and relationship stressors. My approach integrates psychoeducation, mindfulness, and goal setting to support clients in making lasting, positive changes in their daily lives.
I use a trauma-informed approach to help clients feel safe, understood, and in control as they work through painful or overwhelming experiences. My focus is on helping clients recognize how past events and stress responses shape current thoughts, emotions, and relationships. I move at the client’s pace, always prioritizing emotional safety while teaching practical strategies to manage triggers, rebuild trust, and regain a sense of stability. This approach helps clients not only process the past but also strengthen their ability to stay present, grounded, and confident in daily life.