Hello and welcome! I am a trauma-informed therapist with over 13 years of experience working in organizations that serve children, adolescents, adults, and families. My experience as a Clinical Social Worker/Therapist in schools, treatment centers, and medical settings have equipped me to work with a variety of mental health needs. I am honored that my work history has granted me the opportunity to work with people of various racial, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
I support survivors of trauma (highly stressful events, unexpected life changes, or any form of abuse), and teens and adults trying to manage anxiety, depression, grief and loss. I utilize different therapy modalities, including EMDR, CBT and Relational Therapy. EMDR is highly researched and commonly the first line of treatment for PTSD, trauma, and distressing life events. It is a powerful and effective tool for trauma recovery that builds resilience and facilitates lasting healing.
We are hurt in relationships and we are healed in relationships. Regardless of what therapy modality I use in our sessions, research has shown that the most important factor in client success is the quality of the relationship with their therapist. My style is warm, playful, compassionate, and I invite humor into the room, when appropriate. My goal from our first visit together is to ensure you feel seen and emotionally safe.
