Glad you're here! I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor in North Carolina with experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I work with adults aged 22-75, as well as couples in all stages of their relationship.
My approach to therapy is eclectic, although my lens is largely influenced by Internal Family Systems (IFS), Gottman Method, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. I am formally trained in IFS, which is a non-pathologizing, creative, and compassionate approach to mental health and wellness. Clients often discover shifts in thought and feelings quite quickly when leaning into this approach. For couples, I use the Gottman Method along with EFT, which offers a mix of building communication skills and deepening emotional connection. Each session is tailored to each client's specific needs, and I understand that needs might change from week to week. Therefore, I bring flexibility to sessions and will gently but directly challenge when needed. As a client of therapy for many years myself, I understand the vulnerability it takes to engage in the therapeutic process, and I value your willingness to be here.
My goal is to create a warm and open-minded environment for you to work through what's getting in the way of feeling whole and generally satisfied in life. We will start with an initial session to allow you to share why you're seeking therapy and anything about your background that is helpful for me to know. I understand this process can be intimidating, and that it might take some time to open up. There is no "right" or "wrong" way to this, and it is my job to bring the structure needed to get us started.
