(she/her)
New to Grow
Hi, I'm Amber. I believe many of us spend years trying to find where we belong. Along the way, we learn how to adapt. We become who others need us to be, who our families expect us to be, who our workplaces reward us for being, who our relationships require us to be, or who feels easiest to love, understand, accept, or choose. Sometimes we become the peacekeeper. Sometimes the achiever. Sometimes the caretaker. Sometimes the one who stays quiet. Sometimes the one who becomes whatever is needed to maintain connection, acceptance, or belonging. Over time, it can become difficult to tell which parts of us feel genuinely ours and which parts developed in response to fear, loneliness, rejection, expectations, workplace demands, relationships, or the longing to be seen, understood, valued, accepted, and chosen. If you've found yourself asking questions like, "Why do I always feel different?", "Why do I feel like I don't quite fit?", "Why am I never chosen?", "Who am I beneath everyone else's expectations?", or "What parts of me no longer feel like mine?", you're not alone. I work best with adults navigating life transitions, grief, relationship challenges, identity shifts, or seasons of feeling disconnected from themselves. My work focuses on helping people explore these questions with curiosity and compassion, reconnect with the vibrant, authentic, parts of themselves that may have been buried beneath years of adaptation, and cultivate a stronger sense of belonging to themselves. I don't believe my role is to tell you who you are. I believe the most meaningful answers are rarely given to us. They are uncovered. My role is to help you slow down, become curious about your story, listen more closely to your voice, and reconnect with the parts of yourself that have been there all along.
Starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially if you've never done it before or if you're used to being the person everyone else relies on. Our first session is simply an opportunity to begin the conversation. I'll want to learn more about what brought you here, what feels most important right now, and what you're hoping might be different in your life moving forward. You don't need to have the perfect words, a clear goal, or your entire story figured out before we meet. Just as importantly, the first session is an opportunity for you to get a feel for me. Therapy is a relationship, and finding the right fit matters. My hope is that you'll leave feeling heard, understood, and with a sense of whether we're a good fit to continue the journey together.
One of the strengths I bring to therapy is a genuine curiosity about what makes us who we are. Throughout my own life, I've returned to many of the same questions my clients ask: How much of who I am was shaped by other people's expectations? Where have I adapted in order to belong, be understood, feel accepted, or be chosen? How do I stop looking outside of myself for validation, self-worth, and direction and begin trusting my own value, inner authority, and voice? Because of this, I approach therapy with both professional experience and personal humility. I know how easy it can be to lose yourself in roles, responsibilities, relationships, careers, and expectations. I also know how challenging it can be to reconnect with the parts of yourself that may have been buried beneath years of adaptation. Clients often describe me as down-to-earth, relational, insightful, and genuinely curious. I don't believe meaningful growth comes from someone telling you who to be. Instead, I strive to create a space where you can explore difficult questions, challenge old patterns, and reconnect with what feels true, authentic, and meaningful to you. While I bring over 13 years of clinical experience, I don't see myself as someone who has all the answers. Instead, I see myself as a guide and witness who helps people reconnect with themselves, cultivate a stronger sense of belonging, and reclaim the wisdom, authenticity, and inner authority that have been theirs all along.
I work best with adults who are open to self-exploration and looking for more than symptom management alone. While reducing anxiety, stress, or emotional distress may be part of the process, my approach is often a better fit for people who are curious about understanding themselves on a deeper level. Many of my clients find themselves questioning old patterns, relationships, beliefs, or roles that no longer fit. They are often reflective, insightful, and interested in exploring not only what is happening in their lives, but why. My practice is a particularly good fit for individuals who are open to curiosity, personal growth, and meaningful self-reflection. If you are looking to better understand yourself, make sense of a life transition, or reconnect with your own values, voice, and direction, we may work well together.
I identify as
Attachment-based
I help clients understand how past relationships and life experiences shape the way they see themselves, others, and the world around them. Together, we explore recurring patterns, strengthen self-awareness, and build a more secure and compassionate relationship with themselves.
Narrative
I help clients explore the stories they carry about who they are, where they belong, and how their experiences have shaped them. Through this process, clients often discover new perspectives, reconnect with their strengths, and create a more authentic understanding of themselves.
Jungian
I incorporate curiosity about dreams, symbolism, life transitions, and personal meaning to help clients better understand themselves. Together, we explore the deeper themes beneath life experiences and use them as opportunities for insight, growth, and transformation.
Humanistic
I believe people already possess much of the wisdom, resilience, and insight they need. My role is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can slow down, reflect, reconnect with themselves, and move toward greater authenticity and self-trust.