I work primarily with adults who are navigating challenging circumstances and life transitions. I use a person-centered approach, with an emphasis on whole-person health and well-being. My clinical experience spans a variety of settings, including VA medical centers and clinics, hospitals, university-based clinics, college counseling centers, and community mental health centers.
I believe that when someone seeks therapy, they are reaching out because they want to move forward, feel less stuck, or find new ways to live well. I hold deep conviction that a meaningful, valued life is possible for anyone—even in the presence of disability, chronic pain or illness, depression, anxiety, trauma, or overwhelming life stress. I see psychotherapy as a collaborative space where we can discover the right pace and rhythm for facing those challenges: sometimes steady and gentle, sometimes more active and focused, always tailored to the person in front of me.
The initial meeting is geared towards assessing your needs, problem history, and hopes for therapy. This can help us determine if I'm the psychologist for you and if fit is right for treatment. Subsequent sessions are aimed at finding the best pathway moving forward and creating more tempo in daily life through goal setting along with practicing skills outside of session.
