I am a pansexual and neurodivergent licensed clinical social worker with 8+ years of experience in the field of mental health.
My therapeutic style is warm, kind, and honest, and I am skilled in empathetically challenging folks according to their goals and values. I use a person-centered approach that cultivates genuine connection, embodiment, and empathy for oneself and others. I create an inviting space where clients can show up authentically without fear of judgment.
I am passionate about trauma-focused work, and I specialize in supporting clients through traumatic experiences, childhood trauma, chronic or ongoing trauma, PTSD, C-PTSD, and more. I also specialize in LGBTQIA+ issues, neurodivergence including ADHD, autism, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) as well as mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar.
I practice from a decolonized, culturally-sensitive, and trauma-informed framework, and I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure-Response Prevention (ERP), and more. I understand that each client is unique and may require a combination of approaches to facilitate healing and growth.
Your first session with me will include a warm introduction and gentle exploration of why you are seeking therapy, what's led up to this moment, and what your goals are. If you don't know the answers to these questions, that's okay! We will figure it out together according to your values.
Outside of therapy, I spend much of my time raising my super cool sons and hanging out with my partner, our cat, Atticus, and our dog, Tate. I am also a skilled special effects makeup artist, love to swim, and create intricate diamond art. I am also a foster parent and am passionate about providing a safe and loving home to children in need.
