LCSW, 1 years of experience
New to Grow
I’m a licensed therapist. I work collaboratively with clients to help them identify patterns, develop coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change. My approach is practical, goal-oriented, and rooted in empathy—designed to support you wherever you are in your journey. I draw from evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to provide structure and direction, while honoring your pace and experiences. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life transitions, I offer a space that is both supportive and focused on helping you build the skills you need to move forward with clarity and confidence.
In our first session, we’ll take time to get to know each other and discuss what brings you to therapy. I’ll ask questions about your history, current concerns, and what goals you hope to achieve. This session is also a chance for you to ask questions and see if my approach feels like a good fit for you. Together, we’ll start to outline a plan that’s tailored to your needs, using evidence-based tools like CBT, or Motivational Interviewing to guide our work. The goal is to create a supportive, collaborative space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to take the next steps.
One of my greatest strengths is my ability to blend structure with empathy, providing a clear, evidence-based path forward while genuinely listening to your unique story. I specialize in CBT and trauma-informed methods and MI, which allow me to help clients make measurable progress in areas like anxiety, depression, and bipolar. Clients often tell me they appreciate how I break down complex issues into manageable steps, offering practical tools they can use outside of sessions. I'm committed to creating a space that feels safe, supportive, and focused on real, lasting change.
I work best with individuals who are ready to explore their thoughts and behaviors and are motivated to make meaningful changes in their lives. My ideal clients are often dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions and want practical tools to manage their emotions and improve daily functioning. They may feel stuck but are open to self-reflection and willing to engage in structured, evidence-based approaches like CBT and CPT. Whether you're navigating past trauma or struggling with day-to-day stress, I’m here to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as the foundation of my clinical practice because it provides a practical, evidence-based framework for helping clients identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. I start by building a strong therapeutic alliance, then guide clients through structured interventions like cognitive restructuring, behavioral activation, and exposure techniques when appropriate. CBT allows me to tailor treatment plans to each individual, setting clear goals and tracking measurable progress. I regularly incorporate tools such as thought records, activity scheduling, and graded task assignments to reinforce learning and build resilience. Over time, I've found CBT to be highly effective for treating anxiety, depression, and stress-related conditions—helping clients develop coping strategies they can use long after therapy ends.
I integrate Motivational Interviewing (MI) with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to enhance client engagement and readiness for change. I use MI in the early stages of therapy to explore ambivalence, build rapport, and strengthen intrinsic motivation—particularly with clients who feel stuck or resistant. This approach creates a collaborative, non-judgmental environment where clients feel heard and empowered to take ownership of their goals. Once motivation is established, I transition into more structured CBT techniques like cognitive restructuring, behavioral activation, and skill-building. Combining MI and CBT allows me to meet clients where they are while guiding them toward lasting behavioral change. It’s especially effective for issues like substance use, anxiety, and treatment non-adherence, where motivation plays a critical role in progress.