Licensed to practice in Michigan and accepts 9 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Perinatal Mental Health and 7 more.
New to Grow
Greetings! I am a passionate clinical therapist committed to a collaborative, trauma-informed approach that blends evidence-based methods with compassion. I create a safe, supportive environment tailored to each client’s unique needs, using interventions like CBT, ACT, and psychodynamic therapy. My focus is on empowering clients, honoring their autonomy, working together to set meaningful goals, and tracking progress at their own pace. Beyond simply reducing symptoms, I help clients build resilience, develop effective coping strategies, and foster self-compassion so they can thrive, not just survive. My mission is to offer compassionate, high-quality psychological support that respects each person's values and supports lasting healing and growth.
Your first therapy session is meant to lay the foundation for trust and support, helping you feel at ease from the beginning. We will start by going over essential paperwork, including confidentiality and cancellation policies, so you know exactly what to expect and understand your privacy rights. I will invite you to talk about what led you to seek therapy, and we will explore your health history, support systems, and any previous experiences with counseling. This open conversation helps me appreciate your unique background and needs. Together, we will clarify your hopes and goals for therapy, recognizing that these can change as we work. Most importantly, this initial session is your opportunity to get a sense of my approach and decide whether you feel safe, heard, and confident moving forward with me as your therapist.
As a therapist, I draw on my strengths in active listening, empathy, authenticity, and emotional intelligence to foster a foundation of trust with you. By bringing genuine presence and attunement to our sessions, I strive to create a supportive environment where you feel truly understood, respected, and empowered to pursue meaningful change.
I value working with clients who are committed to personal and professional growth, and I am inspired by those who embrace their healing journey with openness and courage. Witnessing clients pursue self-discovery and meaningful change is profoundly rewarding. I believe that growth is a lifelong process, with each step, forward or backward, deserving respect and recognition. My approach is collaborative and supportive. I offer guidance, encouragement, and evidence-based strategies, always honoring their unique path and strengths as we work together toward positive change.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based, goal-oriented talk therapy that recognizes the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Instead of focusing on the past, CBT addresses current challenges by teaching you to identify automatic negative thoughts, evaluate their accuracy, and replace them with healthier, more realistic perspectives. This process helps you change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. It directly improves your emotional state and equips you with practical tools to manage stress, anxiety, or depression independently.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is a modern, evidence-based psychological intervention designed to improve psychological flexibility and overall well-being. Psychological flexibility, central to ACT, is the ability to remain open to experiences, stay present, and act in line with personal values, even amid emotional or cognitive discomfort. This skill is essential for mental health, helping individuals face challenges with resilience and purpose.
Psychodynamic
Psychodynamic therapy is a talk therapy that examines your past thoughts, feelings, and memories to understand how they affect your current life and personality. In therapy, you identify unconscious thoughts and bring them into awareness to gain new insights about yourself. The primary goal is to help you understand yourself and your behaviors. Greater self-awareness can enhance self-esteem, relationships, and your ability to manage mental health conditions.
Narrative
Narrative therapy is a counseling approach that positions you as the expert in your own life. By separating your identity from your problems, you can distance yourself from destructive behaviors and re-author your life story to build a future to reflect your values and goals.