I'm a social worker by nature and a therapist by trade. Within my work in different social services, I found my passion for therapy (for over 9 years now!) My areas of focus include LGBTQIAA+ issues, intersectional identities, intimate partner violence, processing trauma, substance use, and managing mood disorders. My practice is sex-positive, identity-affirming, and based in concepts of social justice.
My approach to therapy is goal-oriented, strengths-based, and empowering. This means we'll keep focus on the things you're doing really well and expanding on them, as well as looking at ways change might be useful. This also means exploring your thoughts on areas for growth and working together to break down barriers and build the skills to reach your goals. I work to meet folks where they are, using a harm-reduction model to create a safe and judgment-free space.
Therapy is built on trust, and trust is earned through time. In our first session, we'll spend some time getting to know one another. I'll ask you to share a little bit about why you're interested in therapy, what you hope to get out of it, and any questions you might have for me. Once you feel ready, we'll work together and set some bite-sized goals to get you started. Small steps can add up quickly, and make a great start for tackling those larger goals!
