New to Grow
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who believes that healing happens best in a space where you feel safe, understood, and genuinely supported. I don’t come to this work believing that life is easy or that growth happens without struggle—I’ve been through hard times myself, and those experiences shape the way I show up for my clients: with empathy, humility, and respect for how tough life can be. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based care. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed practices to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while building practical skills for everyday life. I work at your pace, honoring your story and your strengths, not just your symptoms. I work with individuals, teens, and families experiencing emotional distress related to eating disorders, trauma, grief and loss, addiction, suicidal thoughts, relationship challenges, and family disturbances. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted, I aim to help you make sense of what you’re experiencing and find steadier ground. Therapy with me is not about “fixing” you. It’s about helping you reconnect with your resilience, learn new ways to cope, and create a life that feels more balanced, authentic, and aligned with who you are. You don’t have to do this alone—I’d be honored to walk alongside you in your healing journey.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
The first session is a time to get to know one another and begin building a sense of safety and trust. My goal is to create a calm, supportive space where you feel heard and respected. We will talk about what brought you to therapy, what you’re currently dealing with, and what you hope to get out of our work together—at a pace that feels comfortable for you. I use a biopsychosocial approach, meaning we’ll gently explore how emotional, mental, physical, and relational factors may be affecting you. This helps me understand the full picture of who you are, not just the challenges you’re facing. We will also identify strengths, supports, and initial goals to guide our work moving forward. Above all, the first session is about connection, understanding, and setting the foundation for a collaborative and compassionate therapeutic relationship.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
What sets my work apart is that I understand therapy from both sides of the room. I have been a client myself, and that experience deeply informs how I show up as a therapist—with empathy, respect, and an understanding of how vulnerable it can feel to ask for help. I have worked across all levels of care, supporting clients in low to high acuity settings. This experience allows me to meet clients where they are, provide appropriate structure and support, and adapt treatment to the intensity of their needs. I bring a grounded, compassionate, and practical approach to therapy, combining clinical training with lived experience to create a space that is safe, supportive, and focused on meaningful change.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I work with individuals, teens, and families experiencing emotional distress related to trauma, grief and loss, eating disorders, addiction, suicidal thoughts, relationship concerns, and family disturbances. Many of my clients feel overwhelmed, emotionally dysregulated, or stuck in unhelpful patterns that interfere with daily functioning and relationships. I am well suited for clients who benefit from a structured, skills-based approach while also needing a trauma-informed and supportive therapeutic environment. I use CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care to help clients improve emotional regulation, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and develop effective coping strategies. My approach is appropriate for clients seeking practical tools, increased insight, and steady progress rather than quick fixes. I work collaboratively and at a pace that supports safety, consistency, and long-term change.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
With CBT you will learn to identify negative thought patterns, challenge them and replace them with realistic ones. You will learn more about how your behaviors influence you consequences which influence your thoughts (a cycle). You will learn to problem solve and manage emotions while improving coping strategies.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
With DBT, you will learn coping skills in 4 modules: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation and Interpersonal Effectiveness. DBT is especially helpful for those struggling to manage emotions, struggling with suicidal thoughts and those who struggle with interpersonal conflict.
Trauma-Focused CBT
With Trauma-Focused CBT, there are three phases: Stabilization, trauma processing and integration. You will be given psycho-education, grounding and coping skills, cognitive processing and gradual exposure to help manage effects of trauma. You will then learn to integrate traumatic memories into a coherent narrative.