I specialize in providing counseling for anxiety, loss, relationship challenges, and trauma with a focus on increasing self-esteem and building onto current resiliency. I am a firm believer that all of us go through tough times in our lives, but also that given the proper therapeutic tools you will meet your mental health goals. Each individual is different and together we will come up with a therapeutic approach to either improve or continue your ability to thrive.
My approach draws primarily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), focusing on solving current problems and modifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. I do this through a multicultural and social justice approach and lens. What that means is I take into consideration the person’s varying identities and how the systems they live in impacts them. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy for past disturbing memories and related events.
I remind clients that we are all working on something; when we realize that people are not perfect, it allows us to embrace our own imperfections. I really want them to know this is a partnership. I value lived experiences and recognize your expertise in your lived experience. Together, we will come up with a therapeutic approach to either improve or continue your ability to thrive.
