LCSW, 13 years of experience
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. I specialize in working with children, teens, and adults who are navigating depression, anxiety, or challenges with managing emotions. My goal is to create a safe, nurturing environment where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to make lasting change. Because I believe healing begins with a strong foundation, I focus on building a genuine, supportive relationship with every client. My style is eclectic, and I strive to individualize treatment for each client. I utilize techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy. Together, we will explore your strengths, work through challenges, and create space for growth and new beginnings. If you’re ready for a fresh start, I’d be honored to walk alongside you in your healing journey.
In our first session, you can expect a relaxed and welcoming space where we get to know each other. I’ll ask about what brought you to therapy, what’s been going on recently, and what you’d like to work toward. There’s no pressure to share everything at once—we’ll move at a pace that feels comfortable for you. My goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and safe as we start exploring what’s been weighing on you. We’ll begin identifying your goals and setting a foundation for our work together so you can leave the session feeling understood and hopeful about the path ahead.
I try to meet my clients where they are in the therapeutic process. Building a strong, trusting relationship with clients is important to me. Therapy is a collaborative process, so working together with clients during this journey is a priority. What stands out about my approach is that I focus on creating a genuine, supportive space where clients feel truly seen and understood. I take a collaborative and down-to-earth approach, blending evidence-based techniques with empathy and real-life perspective. I tailor sessions to each person’s unique needs rather than using a “one-size-fits-all” method. My goal is to help clients build insight, find practical tools for managing stress and emotions, and feel more grounded and confident in their daily lives. Clients often share that they appreciate my warmth, honesty, and the sense of comfort they feel in sessions—it’s a space for real conversation and meaningful growth.
I work best with clients who are ready to make positive changes in their lives—even if they’re not sure exactly what that looks like yet. Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling stressed, anxious, or just plain overwhelmed. They might be juggling work, relationships, family, and everything else, but still feel like something’s off or missing. Some are healing from past experiences that still affect their present, while others are trying to find peace, purpose, or confidence again. You might be the person everyone else turns to for help—the caretaker, the responsible one, the “strong friend”—but deep down, you’re tired. You may feel like you’ve been carrying too much for too long, and you’re finally ready to make space for yourself. If that sounds familiar, you’re in the right place. My approach is compassionate, down-to-earth, and collaborative. I believe therapy should feel like a conversation—one where you can be honest, reflect, laugh, or cry if you need to. I’m not here to judge or to “fix” you; I’m here to walk beside you as you rediscover what feels right for you. Together, we’ll make sense of the challenges you’re facing and find practical steps that move you forward. You don’t have to carry everything on your own. Change takes time and courage, but it’s absolutely possible—and you deserve that chance to feel lighter and more at ease. If this sounds like what you’re looking for, I’d be honored to work with you on your journey toward growth and healing.
My style is eclectic, and I strive to individualize treatment for each client. I utilize techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness Based Practices. I am committed to creating a warm, nurturing, and safe environment for all. I look forward to working with you!