Welcome! If you're looking for a counselor who feels like a friend but is able to give you advice that's backed by research, you found your girl. I've been practicing for over 15 years and have figured out what works in a therapeutic relationship and how to work with my clients to achieve the change they are looking for.
I believe that meeting my clients where they are at and starting with what their goals are is our best start. I like to start with small, achievable goals with a long-term goal in mind on the horizon to build confidence and success.
I support those navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress management challenges, including panic disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and sleep disorders. I work with individuals experiencing grief and bereavement, end of life issues, infertility, chronic conditions such as diabetes, and other health-related disabilities that impact emotional well-being. My practice also supports clients living with bipolar disorder (also known as manic depressive illness), attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), eating disorders, alcohol and substance abuse concerns, anger management and impulse control difficulties, and complex family or relationship issues.
I provide affirming care around identity development, cultural and ethnic issues, women’s issues, men’s issues, maternal mental health including prepartum and postpartum transitions, and LGBTQ+ concerns, including support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals. Whether you are navigating major life transitions, managing chronic stress, or working through long-standing patterns, therapy can be a space to build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move toward greater stability and self-understanding.
In our first session, I would like to go over therapy expectations so that we are both on the same page. Since the therapeutic relationship is the most important predictor of success, I like to gather background information and find out what brought you to seek help at this time, and use that as our starting point.
