I view clients as whole people in the context of their lives. You are more than just a diagnosis. It's important to me to collaborate in setting goals, selecting an approach to therapy, and checking in along the way. I've worked with people from a broad range of backgrounds on anxiety, stress, relationships, life transitions, and LGBTQ+ issues.
I'm a psychologist trained in evidence-based methods (ACT, CBT, Gottman Couples Therapy Level 1). I incorporate skill-building (mindfulness, communication, self-compassion, managing unhelpful thoughts) to help clients cope while building insight into emotional and behavioral patterns.
Our first session is a chance to get to know each other. I'm curious to learn about what brings you in, what you've already tried, what else is going on in your life, and past experiences that have impacted you. I'm also happy to answer any questions you have for me about what therapy is like, what my approach is, etc. By the end of the session we'll be on the same page about where we're heading and where we want to start.
