LCSW, 7 years of experience
Hi! I am currently registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (#114772) and the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (#CSW.09929663) as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my Master’s in Social Work at the University of Denver’s Graduate School of Social work with a concentration in Mental Health. As a supportive guide, my goal is to walk alongside clients with empathy and curiosity as they navigate life’s challenges. I take a collaborative approach, working together with clients to explore the roots of their stressors and identify practical, empowering solutions that align with their goals and values.
In our first session together, I will take time to introduce myself and share my approach to therapy. Research consistently shows that the therapeutic alliance is one of the most important factors in successful outcomes, so it’s essential to me that you feel heard, respected, and safe—and that our connection feels like a good fit. Building trust is a key part of our work together. We’ll begin by exploring your symptoms and stressors, how they may be impacting your daily life, and start identifying your goals. From there, we’ll begin developing a personalized plan to help you move toward meaningful change.
I have experience working with a diverse range of populations and addressing a variety of concerns, which makes me adaptable to different needs. I approach each client with openness, non-judgment, and a genuine commitment to their well-being. I am adaptable and skilled at tailoring my approach to meet the unique needs of each person, whether they are navigating challenging life transitions, managing stress or anxiety, or working through deep-seated emotional concerns. I also bring a strong commitment to fostering growth and empowerment, helping clients uncover their inner strengths and develop practical tools to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals.
I bring extensive experience supporting both adolescents and adults as they navigate life’s challenges and transitions. In addition, I have a strong background in recovery work and a deep, compassionate understanding of addiction. I approach each client with empathy and strive to empower them in discovering their own path to healing.
I’ve been using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in my practice for several years and have found it to be effective for helping clients manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, and unhelpful thinking patterns. CBT is rooted in the idea that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected. When a person learns to identify and challenge distorted or unhelpful thinking, they can change emotional responses and behaviors in a positive way. I integrate CBT in sessions by utilizing interventions such as, thought records, behavioral activation, and cognitive restructuring. CBT is especially helpful for clients who appreciate having therapy "homework" or visual, tangible tools to work on between sessions, as it offers structured exercises, worksheets, and practical strategies that reinforce progress and build skills in real-world situations.
I have experience working with families in a variety of settings, and I deeply value the impact that family therapy can have on strengthening relationships, improving communication, and addressing patterns that contribute to conflict or distress. I aim to create a supportive space where each family member can feel heard and respected. I help families identify unhelpful patterns, develop healthier ways of relating to one another, and build practical skills like problem-solving, conflict resolution, active listening, and emotional regulation.
I have experience working with couples across a range of relationship stages and challenges, including communication issues, trust and intimacy concerns, life transitions, and conflict resolution. I approach couples therapy from a nonjudgmental, strengths-based perspective, with the goal of helping both partners feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their relationship. In family therapy, I integrate attachment theory and family systems theory to help families understand how early relational patterns and current family dynamics shape behaviors and emotional responses, fostering greater empathy, connection, and healthier ways of relating to one another.
I regularly incorporate psychoeducation to help clients better understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. By providing clear, accessible information about topics like anxiety, trauma responses, or communication patterns, I empower clients to make informed choices and feel more in control of their mental health. Psychoeducation also serves as a foundation for many of the tools and strategies we use in therapy, supporting clients in applying what they learn both in and outside of sessions.
Attachment theory plays a foundational role in how I understand and support clients in therapy. This approach helps me explore how early relational experiences—particularly with caregivers—can influence a person’s sense of safety, trust, and connection in current relationships. I use attachment theory to help clients identify patterns rooted in their attachment style, whether that involves anxiety in relationships, difficulty with vulnerability, or struggles with boundaries and emotional regulation. By creating a supportive and responsive therapeutic relationship, I aim to provide a corrective emotional experience that helps clients develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and others.