New to Grow
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals through a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. My work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), combined with a strong belief in the healing power of empathy, compassion, and unconditional positive regard. I specialize in working with adults and children, offering a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space to explore issues such as anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and personal growth. I am passionate about helping you better understand your thoughts, emotions, and patterns of behavior, and empowering you to develop practical tools for lasting change. My therapeutic approach is collaborative and tailored to each client’s unique experiences and goals. I aim to help clients build self-awareness, resilience, and confidence, while fostering self-acceptance and emotional well being.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In your first session, you can expect a welcoming and supportive space where we focus on getting to know you and what brings you to therapy. We will discuss your concerns, goals, and any relevant background at a pace that feels comfortable for you. I’ll also explain how therapy works, answer any questions you may have, and collaborate with you to begin creating a plan that aligns with your needs and priorities.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
What stands out about my therapeutic approach is that it is collaborative, strengths-based, and focused on practical change. I integrate evidence-based methods such as CBT, TF-CBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients develop effective coping skills while also addressing deeper emotional and trauma-related concerns. I prioritize creating a safe, supportive environment where clients feel empowered, understood, and equipped with tools they can use beyond the therapy room.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I am best positioned to serve clients who are seeking practical, goal-oriented therapy and are ready to create meaningful change in their lives. I work well with individuals who may be struggling with stress, anxiety, trauma-related concerns, or feeling stuck and who want tools to better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Clients who are open to collaboration, skill-building, and focusing on strengths and solutions tend to find my approach especially helpful as we work toward healing, clarity, and lasting growth.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) by helping clients identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts that influence their emotions and behaviors. Through structured sessions, I will guide you to test these thoughts against evidence and replace them with more balanced, realistic perspectives. I also use behavioral techniques, such as skill-building and gradual exposure, to help clients practice healthier responses in everyday situations.
Trauma-Focused CBT
I use Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) by helping clients process traumatic experiences in a safe, structured, and supportive environment. I teach coping skills such as emotional regulation, relaxation, and grounding to manage trauma-related distress. Through gradual trauma narration and cognitive processing, and help clients reframe unhelpful beliefs related to the trauma and strengthen resilience and recovery.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I use Solution-Focused Therapy by emphasizing clients’ strengths and resources rather than focusing on problems or past difficulties. I help clients set clear, achievable goals and uses techniques such as miracle questions and scaling to identify small, practical steps toward change. By highlighting what is already working, and support clients in building solutions that fit their lives and promote confidence and progress.