Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if you’ve never done it before. Many of my clients tell me they worried about “what to say” or felt nervous before reaching out—but within the first session, those fears usually begin to melt away. My job is to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and at ease. You don’t have to prepare anything or have it all figured out; just showing up is enough. Here’s what you can expect in our first session: 🪷 A welcoming, no-pressure conversation: We’ll start by talking about what’s been on your mind, what feels heavy, and what you’re hoping for. You set the pace—I’ll meet you exactly where you are. 🎯 Clarity about your concerns: Together, we’ll explore patterns, stressors, or challenges that may be keeping you stuck and begin identifying what you’d like to see shift. 🧭 A personalized roadmap: We’ll start outlining goals that feel meaningful to you, and I’ll share how evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, and mindfulness can support your journey. ✨ Relief in the moment: Many clients leave the very first session already feeling lighter—because they’ve finally had a chance to be heard and to take that first step toward change. By the end of our session, you’ll have a clearer picture of where we’re headed and reassurance that you don’t have to do this alone. My goal is for you to leave feeling hopeful, supported, and with a sense of direction for what comes next.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

What clients often notice first is my balance of warmth and practicality. I bring both compassion and structure into therapy—so you feel supported while also seeing a clear path forward. Here’s what you can expect working with me: 📚 Specialized expertise: As a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) and Certified Mindfulness-Informed Professional (CMIP), I have advanced training in helping clients reduce anxiety and overwhelm through evidence-based methods. 🩵 A calming presence: Clients describe me as approachable and easy to talk to, which helps create a space where you can share openly without fear of judgment. 🔍 Clarity and direction: I help break down racing thoughts and overwhelming emotions into manageable steps, making sense of what feels chaotic. 🤝Personalized care: No two clients are the same. I adapt CBT, ACT, mindfulness, and strengths-based therapy to fit you—your needs, your goals, your pace. 🌟 Growth that lasts: My focus isn’t just on short-term relief, but on building resilience and confidence so you feel equipped to handle life’s challenges long after therapy ends. I believe therapy should be a place where you feel both cared for and empowered—where you leave not only feeling heard, but also with a sense of direction and hope.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I specialize in supporting adults who feel weighed down by anxiety, stress, or self-doubt, and who are ready to find a better way forward. Many of my clients describe themselves as deep thinkers, hard workers, or “the ones others rely on”—yet inside, they often feel scattered, drained, or stuck in patterns of overthinking and self-criticism. If you find yourself lying awake at night with racing thoughts, constantly second-guessing decisions, or struggling to focus and stay organized, you’re not alone. If you feel pressure to be perfect, take care of everyone else, or avoid letting people down—yet secretly wish you could just breathe and feel at ease—you’re in the right place. I’m best positioned to serve adults who are: 🧠 Managing anxiety, overwhelm, or racing thoughts 📅 Struggling with focus, organization 🔄 Coping with life transitions like college, career changes, new parenthood, or relationship shifts ✨ Working on self-esteem and confidence, and wanting to quiet the inner critic 🛡️ Hoping to build healthier boundaries and stronger relationships In our work together, you can expect a balance of compassion and practicality. I create a space where you’ll feel deeply heard and understood—while also giving you clear, research-backed strategies to support meaningful change. My approach integrates CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based strategies. As a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) and Certified Mindfulness-Informed Professional (CMIP), I draw from evidence-based methods that help calm the nervous system, improve focus, and build lasting resilience. Here’s what this can look like for you: 🌿 Calm and clarity when anxiety used to take over 💪 Confidence in your ability to handle stress and uncertainty 🗂️ Structure and focus to help you follow through on what matters 🛡️ Stronger boundaries so you can show up in relationships without losing yourself 🔆 A renewed sense of balance, energy, and direction in your life

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