Hi and welcome to therapy! I work from a sex-positive, trauma-informed, strengths-based approach. Therapy, like life, is not a one-size-fits-all matter. Together we examine your goals and then customize your sessions to dovetail with your personal values and unique life experiences. We will work collaboratively to find new insights and energize the changes you seek. I specialize in matters related to gender, sexual orientation, problematic sexual behaviors, non-conventional relationship configurations and practices. I have extensive experience working with those with trauma and abuse histories, substance use issues, and other marginalized communities through empowerment and shame reduction. I practice EMDR, DBT, and CBT from a trauma-focused, client-centered lens. I'm currently working under supervision on advanced certification in sex therapy.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In sessions we explore what you are looking for and what got you to where you are now--the good, the bad, and the ugly! All of it is safe to bring into your therapy space when you are ready. As you clear through the past, you begin to see more clearly just what you want in your future, what have been the barriers to getting there, and how you are going to get to where you want to be.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I practice therapy from a shame reduction, strengths-based exploratory model. I have extensive experience working with clients with a history of trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance abuse issues using EMDR, CBT, MI, and other modalities as appropriate. I work from a client-centered core space of unconditional acceptance and understanding.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
To me it is truly an honor to be trusted to help a person in their recovery journey. I take this honor seriously and strive to support each person in their journey to the fullest of my capabilities. This is a safe space for those in the LGBTQ community, practicing or exploring ENM and other "non-conventional" relationship styles such as polyamory and relationship anarchy, those exploring their gender and/or sexuality, and those struggling with sexuality related concerns.