My Therapeutic Approach
I think most positive outcomes from therapy start with a strong working relationship. Learning about you through the context of your environment, history, and how you view yourself and the world is important to me. I seek to understand your unique way of thinking and feeling which involves trust and patience. I am integrative and collaborative, meaning I incorporate methodologies that we discuss first, and the line of communication is always open.
My goal as a Therapist is to support you as we process thoughts and emotions that may be uncomfortable at times, and work our way towards acceptance, compassion, and empowerment.
I work through a multicultural lens and am LGBTQ+ affirmative. I have been trained in Psychodynamic, Narrative, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (Trauma Informed and Inference Based), Gestalt, Satir, and Existential theoretical frameworks. I’m client-centered and believe in the whole person, harm reduction model of therapy. I will meet you where you are at, and together we can chip away at old patterns and narratives and gradually gain access to your authentic self.
Specializations
I treat both adults and adolescents. I draw from education, training and life experience to offer a range of specialties and focus areas.
I hold additional certifications in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for Traumatized Children, Psychological First Aid, Trauma Focused CBT, and am a certified Hospice volunteer. I was a guest speaker on panel, "Working with Neurodiverse Populations", Antioch University, 2025.
PTSD/CPTSD
Anxiety Disorders
Depression
OCD
Addiction (Substance and Process)
ADHD and Autism (ND Individuals and Caretakers)
Eating Disorders
Chronic Pain and Illness
Relationship Issues
Employment Transitions