My Why

Self-awareness and self-expression weren't of high value in my family. However, I did learn the value of being agreeable, proving my worth, and not burdening others with my problems.

motivated by a desire to help others, and many have had positive experiences with therapy themselves and want to help make the same assistance available to others.

With 15 years of clinical experience, I bring a collaborative and insight-driven approach to therapy. Drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches, I tailor each treatment plan to your individual needs. Together, we'll focus on what matters most to you and create lasting change.

I am especially passionate about trauma-informed, healing focused therapy. This means, I believe you already hold the power and wisdom you need to heal and nurture yourself. My role is to help you access, strengthen, and cultivate those inner resources.

My Experience

I work well with a range of concerns, including:

• Anxiety, panic, stress, and worry

• Attachment and emotional regulation

• Burnout and moral injury

• Depression

• Childhood and sexual trauma

• Historical and intergenerational trauma

• Grief and loss

• Identity and belonging

• Challenging interpersonal dynamics

• Marital conflict

• Self-esteem and confidence building

• Phase-of-life changes

I draw frequently on these therapeutic modalities:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

• Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP)

• Internal Family Systems (IFS), Trauma Resilience Model (TRM) and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), with a focus on cultural competence and healing-centered trauma approaches.

• Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) and Gottman Couples Therapy

• Narrative Therapy

• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reducton (MBSR)

I am deeply committed to creating a therapeutic space that honors and welcomes individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. This commitment means I continuously engage in self-reflection, ongoing learning, and intentional action to uphold equity and inclusion within my practice and broader community. I welcome open feedback and dialogue as part of my ongoing journey to grow and serve with greater awareness and respect.

A Core Value