LCSW, 15 years of experience
New to Grow
I’m a licensed clinical social worker and certified sex therapist. I help adults navigate life’s challenges—from anxiety, depression, trauma, and ADHD to relationship and sexual concerns, perimenopause, and menopause. My approach is direct, compassionate, and grounded in real conversation. I believe therapy works best when it feels human—less clinical, more connection. Together, we’ll focus on understanding patterns, building insight, and finding practical ways to create change that actually lasts.
The first session is really about getting to know you—what’s bringing you in, what’s been hard lately, and what you’d like to see change. I’ll ask questions about your background, current stressors, and what’s worked (or not worked) in the past. You don’t have to have everything figured out—many people come in just knowing they’re stuck or overwhelmed. It’s also your chance to get a feel for me and how I work. We’ll talk about what therapy might look like, set some initial goals, and make sure it feels like a good fit. By the end, you’ll have a clearer sense of direction—and hopefully, a bit of relief knowing you don’t have to sort things out alone.
My clients often say I have a way of getting right to the heart of things—direct, but never harsh. I blend emotional depth with a practical, grounded approach, helping people understand why they feel stuck and what to do about it. I bring warmth, curiosity, and a bit of humor into the room, because I believe therapy works best when it feels real and human. My goal isn’t just to help you cope—it’s to help you grow, heal, and genuinely feel better in your own life and relationships.
I’m a licensed clinical social worker and certified sex therapist. I help adults navigate life’s challenges—from anxiety, depression, trauma, and ADHD to relationship and sexual concerns, perimenopause, and menopause. My approach is direct, compassionate, and grounded in real conversation. I believe therapy works best when it feels human—less clinical, more connection. Together, we’ll focus on understanding patterns, building insight, and finding practical ways to create change that actually lasts.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact with one another. Together, we look at unhelpful patterns and practice new ways of thinking and coping so you can feel more in control and make real changes in your daily life.
Sex therapy is a safe, supportive space to talk about intimacy, desire, and sexual concerns—things many people struggle with but rarely discuss openly. It’s not about what happens in the bedroom here; it’s about understanding what’s getting in the way of connection, pleasure, or confidence, and learning how to change it. We might talk about communication, emotions, past experiences, or physical factors that affect sexual wellbeing. The goal is to help you (and your partner, if you have one) feel more comfortable, connected, and fulfilled in your sexual and emotional life.
Attachment-based therapy focuses on how early relationships and life experiences shape the way we connect with others today. Together, we look at your patterns in relationships—how you reach for closeness, handle conflict, or protect yourself from being hurt—and how those patterns may affect your current relationships or emotional wellbeing. The goal isn’t to blame the past, but to understand it so you can build stronger, more secure connections now.