New to Grow
I am a compassionate, client-centered therapist dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity and confidence. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their experiences, heal from emotional wounds, and reconnect with their authentic selves. My goal is to help clients build resilience, deepen self-understanding, and create meaningful, lasting change in their lives.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session, we’ll focus on getting to know you and understanding your goals for therapy. You can expect a safe, nonjudgmental space to share your experiences and concerns. We’ll explore what’s been challenging, identify your strengths, and discuss how therapy can support you. By the end of the session, we’ll have a clearer plan for moving forward and some initial steps to start your journey toward growth and healing.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
What stands out about my therapeutic approach is that it is personalized, compassionate, and flexible, meeting clients where they are in their journey. I recognize that change is not linear, and I support clients through the different phases of growth at their own pace. I have seen clients make meaningful shifts in months, over years, and sometimes over longer periods, helping them build lasting insight, resilience, and healthier ways of relating to themselves and others.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves, and is ready to explore deeper emotional healing. They may be navigating trauma, grief, relationship challenges, or life transitions and want a safe, supportive space to grow. Together, we work toward greater self-awareness, confidence, and a more fulfilling, authentic life.
EMDR
I am EMDR certified and have used EMDR in my practice for over three years with trauma-focused clients. I work with clients processing recent and past traumatic experiences, including those with full, partial, or limited memory recall. I integrate careful preparation and stabilization to help clients reduce distress and develop more adaptive beliefs.
Couples Counseling
I provide couples counseling focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection. I help couples explore relationship patterns, resolve conflict, and develop healthier ways of expressing needs and boundaries. My approach is collaborative and tailored to each couple’s unique dynamics and goals.
Grief Therapy
I provide grief therapy to support clients coping with loss and major life transitions. I help clients process complex emotions, honor their loss, and adjust to life changes at their own pace. My approach is compassionate, client-centered, and tailored to each individual’s grieving process.
Humanistic
I use a humanistic approach that emphasizes empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard. I support clients in exploring their lived experiences, values, and sense of self in a nonjudgmental space. This approach empowers clients to build self-awareness, personal growth, and self-compassion.
Play Therapy
I use play therapy to help children express emotions and experiences they may have difficulty verbalizing. Through developmentally appropriate, therapeutic play, I support emotional regulation, coping skills, and healthy expression. This approach allows children to process challenges in a safe and engaging way.