New to Grow
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) providing care to clients in California and New York. I offer compassionate, evidence-based therapy integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). My approach supports individuals navigating anxiety, stress, and emotional overwhelm while strengthening coping skills, fostering insight, enhancing emotional regulation, and promoting resilience, clarity, and meaningful, sustainable personal growth.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another and begin building a comfortable, collaborative foundation. We will discuss what brings you to therapy, explore any current challenges or concerns, and review relevant background information at a pace that feels manageable for you. There is no pressure to share more than you feel ready to discuss. This session also allows space for you to ask questions, clarify goals, and gain a sense of how I work. Together, we will begin identifying areas of focus and consider initial strategies to support your needs. My priority is to create an environment that feels supportive, grounded, and free of judgment.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
While my work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), I focus on helping clients understand not only their thoughts and behaviors, but also the emotional and physiological patterns that shape their experiences. I emphasize clarity, self-awareness, and sustainable change, blending structured interventions with a collaborative and adaptable style. Clients often find that therapy feels both grounding and actionable — offering concrete tools while fostering deeper insight into long-standing patterns. My approach prioritizes building resilience, improving emotional regulation, and creating meaningful progress that extends beyond the therapy space.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I am best suited to work with individuals navigating anxiety, chronic stress, emotional overwhelm, and challenges related to emotional regulation. I frequently support clients who experience persistent worry, cognitive overactivity, self-critical thought patterns, or difficulty managing intense emotional responses. My work is often beneficial for those facing life transitions, professional stress, relational difficulties, or burnout. Clients who value a thoughtful, evidence-based, and collaborative approach tend to find this work especially effective. Together, we focus on building insight, strengthening coping strategies, and fostering meaningful, sustainable change.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
My clinical work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based approach that helps clients recognize and shift patterns in thinking, emotional responses, and behavior. I work collaboratively with clients to address concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, and behavioral avoidance by building insight, strengthening coping strategies, and promoting psychological flexibility. My approach balances structured, skills-based interventions with individualized care, allowing therapy to feel both practical and deeply supportive. Each treatment plan is thoughtfully adapted to align with your unique experiences, challenges, and goals.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
My clinical work integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), an evidence-based approach designed to enhance emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal functioning. I work collaboratively with clients to develop skills that improve emotional stability, reduce reactivity, and strengthen coping capacity during periods of stress or dysregulation. DBT-informed interventions are particularly effective for individuals experiencing intense emotions, difficulty managing stress, or challenges within relationships. My approach balances structured skills development with individualized care, creating a therapeutic environment that supports both self-acceptance and sustainable change.