LCSW, 4 years of experience
Accepting new patients! Are you a teen or adult woman juggling the stress of work, school, or relationships while feeling stuck in a cycle of overthinking and self-doubt? Maybe past experiences still weigh on you, keeping you up at night, or you feel pressure to have it all together when, deep down, you’re struggling. You might be coping by being hard on yourself, over-controlling food or exercise, or repeating relationship patterns that don’t feel healthy. If any of this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. I get how overwhelming it can be, and I’m here to help. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by emotions, weighed down by past experiences, or stuck in cycles of worry, perfectionism, or self-criticism that feel impossible to break. In weekly sessions, we'll create a steady rhythm where you have the space to process what's happening, practice new skills, and build healthier patterns over time. This consistency helps us make progress.
In our first session, we’ll take time to talk about what’s bringing you to therapy—whether it’s anxiety, depression, a breakup, academic stress, or just feeling stuck. I’ll ask about your current challenges, your history, and what you’d like to get out of therapy, but you don’t need to have everything figured out. This is a space where you can show up as you are, without judgment or pressure. My goal is for you to leave that first session feeling heard, understood, and a little more hopeful that things can get better.
✔ Specialized Training – I’m Evergreen certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a skills-based approach designed to help people manage intense emotions, reduce self-destructive behaviors, and improve relationships. I am also trained in Radically Open DBT (RO-DBT), which supports clients struggling with perfectionism, over control, or emotional inhibition. I am basic trained in EMDR and meet EMDRIA standards to do this treatment. I also integrate Schema Therapy to address long-standing patterns rooted in early experiences. ✔ Extensive Experience – Before private practice, I worked in inpatient, intensive outpatient (IOP), and partial hospitalization (PHP) settings, supporting individuals through some of the hardest struggles of their lives. This experience shaped my direct yet compassionate therapy approach. ✔ Therapy That Feels Natural – Our sessions won’t feel scripted—they’ll feel like a conversation where you’re seen, understood, and supported, while gaining practical skills to manage your emotions and life.
💠 Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) – emotional intensity, fears of abandonment, relationship struggles, and identity confusion 💠 Complex PTSD & Trauma – childhood trauma, relationship abuse, sexual assault 💠 Eating Disorders & Emotional Eating – binge eating, bulimia, anorexia, restriction, shame around food 💠 Body Dysmorphia – preoccupation with flaws, checking/avoidance, negative body image 💠 Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) – intrusive thoughts, compulsions, perfectionism, reassurance-seeking 💠 Overcontrol – perfectionism, rigidity, chronic loneliness, difficulty connecting with others (treated with RO-DBT) 💠 Anxiety Disorders – generalized anxiety, panic, social anxiety, constant worry 💠 Depression & Low Mood – hopelessness, loss of motivation, numbness, fatigue 💠 Life Transitions & Stress – college stress, work burnout, breakups, career shifts 🦓 Chronic Illness & Pain – MS, fibromyalgia, Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, autoimmune diseases, adjusting to physical limitations
My Experience With Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): I am certified in DBT through Evergreen C-DBT and have extensive experience helping clients who feel overwhelmed by emotions or stuck in cycles of reactivity, anxiety, or self-criticism. Many of the young women I work with come to therapy feeling “too sensitive” or “too much,” often struggling in relationships or under the pressure of perfectionism. DBT gives us a structured set of skills—mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness—that I teach and practice with clients in real time. Together, we build tools to pause before spiraling, communicate more effectively, and ride out painful emotions without shutting down or turning to harmful coping. I’ve seen DBT transform clients’ ability to trust themselves and feel more in control of their lives. My Experience With Radically Open DBT (RO-DBT): I also have training in Radically Open DBT (RO-DBT), which is designed for people who struggle not with “too much” emotion, but with “too much” control. Many of my clients with eating disorders, chronic perfectionism, or medical trauma relate strongly to overcontrol—feeling rigid, emotionally reserved, or disconnected even when they’re doing “everything right.” RO-DBT helps loosen those patterns by teaching openness, self-compassion, and authentic emotional expression. In practice, I guide clients through skills to soften perfectionism, embrace flexibility, and build deeper connections with others. For those coping with chronic illness or pain, this approach can also make space for self-kindness and adaptability in the face of limitations. I’ve found RO-DBT especially powerful for clients who have felt unseen or isolated, helping them reclaim both freedom and connection.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is about understanding the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. When you’re going through anxiety, depression, chronic illness, or life transitions, it’s easy to fall into patterns of self-blame or worry that make everything feel heavier. In CBT, we slow down and look at those patterns together—not to judge or “fix” you, but to help you make sense of why you feel the way you do. By bringing awareness to the stories you tell yourself, you begin to see new possibilities and feel more in control of your life. CBT helps you step back from harsh self-criticism and find a more compassionate, balanced perspective.
Humanistic therapy emphasizes individual potential, personal growth, and self-awareness. It encourages clients to explore their feelings and experiences in a non-judgmental, empathetic environment, helping them achieve self-acceptance and fulfillment. This approach, often associated with Carl Rogers and Abraham Maslow, believes that people are inherently good and capable of making positive choices. The therapist acts as a guide, fostering a supportive relationship where clients can discover their true selves, gain insight into their emotions, and realize their full potential for personal growth and self-actualization.
I have specialized training and experience using Schema Therapy, a powerful treatment for people who feel stuck in the same painful patterns no matter how hard they try to change. Many of my clients come in feeling weighed down by self-criticism, relationship struggles, or cycles with food and self-doubt that don’t seem to go away. Schema Therapy helps uncover where these patterns began—often in childhood—and gives us a roadmap for healing. In sessions, I guide clients to notice when old beliefs such as “I’m not good enough,” “People will always leave,” or “I have to be perfect to be loved” show up in daily life. We then work together to challenge and soften these beliefs through practical skills, self-compassion, and experiential techniques like imagery and inner child work. My goal is to help you not only understand where your struggles come from, but also create new, healthier ways of thinking, feeling, and connecting—so you can move forward with more confidence, freedom, and authenticity.
I typically use a blend of therapy styles and tailor my approach to you!
4 ratings with written reviews
August 4, 2025
Zoe is amazing. She is a great listener who genuinely cares for her clients and finds working solutions or exercises to help me navigate what ever problems or issues I am having.
May 21, 2025
Zoe makes me feel like the things I'm dealing with our mine and they are not wrong. That is very important to me due to feelings of "being different" because of things beyond my control and the fallout of how I internalized trauma. I am learning to honor myself wherever I am in any given moment.
May 20, 2025
I originally selected Zoe because I felt that she seemed authentic and empowering. She has been a phenomenal fit for me. She is excellent at pushing me when needed, but also being so understanding and validating. I never feel judged by Zoe. I feel as though I have grown so much in a short time with Zoe. I highly recommend Zoe, she is such a safe space.