Life can feel overwhelming at times — whether you’re dealing with anxiety, relationship stress, or a major life transitions. I work with adults who want a supportive space to sort through what’s going on in their lives and learn practical tools to feel more steady and confident. So many of us appear to have "everything together" on the outside but privately struggle with constant overthinking, intrusive and racing thoughts, pressure to be "perfect" , and high-functioning anxiety. My approach blends cognitive behavioral therapy with a person-centered style, meaning we focus on both real-life strategies and creating a space where you feel genuinely seen and heard.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Most importantly, I want to welcome you and get to know you!. Our first session is an opportunity to begin building rapport and understanding what’s bringing you to therapy. I’ll ask questions about your current concerns, relevant history, and what you hope will feel different moving forward. Together, we’ll identify clear, manageable goals and develop a treatment plan that feels collaborative and supportive. You’re always welcome to move at a pace that feels comfortable.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My strengths include creating a steady, empathetic, non-judgmental, and very safe space while also helping clients identify patterns and build practical tools for change. I strive to balance warmth with structure — offering genuine support alongside clear, manageable steps forward.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I work best with adults experiencing anxiety, relationship challenges, and unresolved past experiences. These clients are often high-functioning but feel stuck in recurring patterns and are motivated for change, even if they feel overwhelmed at times. Their goals typically include gaining insight, improving emotional regulation, and processing past experiences so they can feel more present and confident in their lives.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps us look at the patterns between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. Sometimes our brains develop habits of thinking that aren’t fully accurate or helpful — especially under stress. In CBT, we learn to identify those patterns, test them, and replace them with more balanced and realistic thoughts. As thinking shifts, emotions and behaviors tend to shift too.
Attachment-based
Attachment therapy looks at how your nervous system learned what to expect from relationships. Early experiences — especially with caregivers — teach us whether closeness feels safe, unpredictable, overwhelming, or unavailable. Those patterns often show up in adult relationships. In therapy, we gently explore those patterns and create new relational experiences that feel more secure.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
DBT is designed for people whose emotions feel intense or overwhelming. It teaches concrete skills in four areas: managing emotions, tolerating distress, improving relationships, and staying present. The goal isn’t to eliminate emotions — it’s to respond to them more effectively.
Compassion Focused
CFT is based on the idea that many people struggle not because they’re "weak", but because their inner critic is very strong. This approach helps you understand where that critical voice developed and teaches you how to build a more compassionate inner voice instead.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
In person-centered therapy, I’m not here to fix you or tell you who you should be. I’m here to understand your experiences deeply and help you explore them in a way that feels safe and non-judgmental. When people feel genuinely understood, change often happens naturally.