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

In your first session, we’ll focus on getting to know you and understanding your unique experiences, needs, and goals. I’ll ask questions about your personal history, current challenges, and what you hope to achieve through therapy. This session is also an opportunity for you to ask questions about the therapeutic process, discuss confidentiality, and explore how we can work together most effectively. Together, we’ll begin to develop a plan tailored to your needs, creating a safe and supportive space for you to share your thoughts and feelings.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My greatest strengths as a therapist are my ability to build a strong therapeutic alliance, my use of evidence-based approaches, and my collaborative, client-centered style. I prioritize creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and understood, which allows for meaningful and lasting change. What stands out about my therapeutic approach is my flexibility. I integrate evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness-based techniques, tailoring interventions to each client’s needs, goals, and cultural background. I focus not only on symptom reduction but also on helping clients develop practical skills they can use outside of sessions.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I take a collaborative, trauma-informed, and client-centered approach to therapy. I believe the most effective therapy happens when clients feel safe, respected, and understood. I create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace. I use evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help identify and reframe unhelpful thought patterns that contribute to depression, anxiety, and emotional distress. I also integrate mindfulness-based techniques to increase present-moment awareness, reduce emotional reactivity, and support stress and anxiety regulation. All interventions are guided by a trauma-informed perspective, recognizing the impact of past experiences while emphasizing safety, empowerment, and choice. Treatment is tailored to your unique needs and goals. Together, we work on building practical coping skills, improving emotional regulation, increasing self-awareness, and fostering meaningful, lasting change. My goal is to help you reduce symptoms, strengthen resilience, and enhance your overall quality of life.