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

Your first session is a space to slow down and get oriented. We will spend time talking about what brings you to therapy, what feels most important right now, and what you hope might shift through this process. You do not need to have everything figured out or know exactly where to start. We will figure that out together. I will ask questions to better understand you, your relationships, and the patterns that may be showing up in your life. This includes exploring current stressors, relevant history, and how you typically cope when things feel overwhelming. We will also talk about what therapy with me looks like, including boundaries, expectations, and how we can work collaboratively. The first session is not about fixing everything in one hour. It is about building safety, clarity, and a shared understanding of your goals. Some clients leave feeling relieved, others feel emotionally stirred, and some feel both. All of that is normal. By the end of the session, we will identify initial areas of focus and discuss next steps, including pacing, frequency of sessions, and what support might be most helpful moving forward. My goal is for you to leave feeling heard, respected, and clearer about whether this space feels like a good fit for you.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

One of my greatest strengths as a therapist is my ability to create a space where clients feel both deeply seen and appropriately challenged. I bring a relational, systems-oriented lens to my work, which allows me to look beyond individual symptoms and explore how patterns, histories, and relationships shape the present moment. I am especially attuned to how family-of-origin experiences, attachment dynamics, culture, and power show up in clients’ lives. I balance warmth and accountability. Clients often share that they feel safe with me, but also supported in moving out of stuck patterns rather than circling them. I do not rush insight, and I do not avoid hard conversations. Instead, I help clients slow down, name what is happening beneath the surface, and make meaning of their experiences in a way that feels honest and sustainable. Methodologically, I integrate systems theory, Emotionally Focused Therapy, CBT, narrative approaches, and solution-focused interventions, adapting my approach to the client rather than forcing the client into a model. I am particularly effective in relational work, supporting couples, families, teens, and individuals navigating conflict, infidelity, grief, and life transitions, where emotional regulation, communication, and repair are central. Another strength is my ability to join with clients without losing myself in the process. I am intentional about boundaries, pacing, and ethical care, which helps protect both the therapeutic relationship and the work itself. I am reflective, culturally responsive, and committed to ongoing growth, both clinically and personally. Ultimately, my work is grounded in helping clients build clarity, emotional safety, and agency so they can move through their lives and relationships with greater intention, connection, and self-trust.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I am best positioned to support clients navigating grief, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges. I work with individuals, couples, and families experiencing emotional dysregulation, blended family dynamics, cultural differences, and infidelity. With a background in family systems therapy, I help clients explore patterns, set boundaries, and improve communication while processing the impact of past experiences. My approach is holistic and focused on fostering self-awareness, personal growth, and emotional well-being. I provide a safe, supportive space for those seeking connection and tools to navigate life’s challenges in meaningful ways.