Inside the Session…
Our sessions are led with curiosity to open doors into your life. We create a supportive, grounded space where you can pause, feel seen, and find relief from the demands of everyday life. In a trusting and comfortable environment, individual therapy allows you to explore your inner world, process emotions, and speak openly about your experiences.
I create a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to share your story, and collaboratively we create a tailor-made plan to your unique needs, goals, and life circumstances. Because therapy is not one-size-fits-all, our work together is collaborative and flexible. As the expert of your own story, I’m here to witness, advocate, reflect, and guide, adjusting gently to meet you where you are.
I have a holistic client centered approach that is informed by mindfulness. Depth gives insight into the unconscious and conscious parts of you. Somatic connects the body and mind. Psychodynamic explores your past to uncover how it shapes your present. CBT and DBT give you the skills to manage negative thoughts and emotions. I use EMDR to heal from traumatic experiences.
Identity
Identity can feel uncertain or fragmented—shaped by expectations, past experiences, cultural messages, or roles you’ve outgrown. You might find yourself asking, Who am I, really? Perhaps you feel pulled between different versions of yourself, disconnected from your values, or unsure of where you belong. When your sense of self feels unclear, it can impact your relationships, confidence, and direction.
My approach to identity work is thoughtful, affirming, and deeply collaborative. Together, we’ll explore the stories you’ve inherited and the ones you want to author for yourself. We’ll look at how your relationships, culture, experiences, and inner dialogue have shaped your self-concept—while gently untangling what no longer fits. Along the way, we’ll strengthen self-awareness, self-compassion, and alignment with your core values.
Our work centers on helping you feel more grounded, integrated, and empowered—so you can move through the world with greater clarity, authenticity, and trust in who you are becoming.
Therapy may be helpful if you’re experiencing:
Uncertainty about who you are or where you’re headed
Feeling disconnected from yourself, your values, or your sense of purpose
Difficulty navigating cultural, familial, or societal expectations
Major life transitions that leave you questioning your role or direction
Patterns of people-pleasing, self-doubt, or shape-shifting to fit in
A sense that you’re living on autopilot rather than from an authentic place
What sessions may look like:
Deep exploration of the experiences, relationships, and messages that have shaped your sense of self
Identifying internalized beliefs or roles that no longer feel aligned
Clarifying your core values, strengths, and desires to support authentic decision-making
Reflective and experiential exercises to strengthen self-awareness and self-trust
Support in setting boundaries and making choices that reflect who you are becoming
Anxiety & Stress
Anxiety and stress can take over your thoughts, emotions, sleep, and overall sense of balance. Finding calm may seem out of reach—but it is possible. Using a holistic approach to anxiety treatment, I take time to understand your anxious thoughts, specific fears, and the stressors in your life. Together, we work collaboratively to reduce symptoms and help you experience greater ease, clarity, and peace.
Therapy May be helpful if you’re experiencing:
Persistent worry, overthinking, or racing thoughts
Ongoing stress related to work, health concerns, or major life changes
Anxiety that disrupts your sleep, focus, or relationships
Trouble relaxing or feeling unable to “turn off” your mind
Perfectionism, harsh self-criticism, or feelings of burnout
What sessions may look like:
Insight into how anxiety and stress affect your nervous system and daily functioning
Effective techniques to reduce worry and increase emotional regulation
Experiential practice with calming and mindfulness-based skills
Exploration of your personal values to support intentional change
Help building consistent habits and clear, healthy boundaries
Depression
Depression can narrow your world—dimming motivation, draining energy, and clouding the way you see yourself and your future. You might feel stuck, disconnected, or weighed down by self-doubt or hopelessness. While it can be hard to remember what lightness feels like, change is possible. My approach to depression is compassionate, integrative, and tailored to you. We’ll explore the emotional, relational, and lifestyle factors contributing to your mood, while building practical strategies to restore momentum and self-trust. Together, we focus on helping you feel more engaged, resilient, and connected to a life that feels meaningful again.
therapy may be helpful if you’re experiencing:
Persistent sadness, emptiness, or a sense of hopelessness
Loss of interest or pleasure in activities you once enjoyed
Low energy, fatigue, or difficulty finding motivation
Changes in sleep or appetite
Trouble concentrating, making decisions, or staying focused
Feelings of worthlessness, guilt, or harsh self-criticism
Withdrawing from relationships or feeling disconnected from others
What sessions may look like:
Understanding how depression impacts your mood, energy, motivation, and daily rhythms
Identifying unhelpful thought patterns and building more balanced, compassionate perspectives
Gradual re-engagement in meaningful activities to restore momentum and pleasure
Processing underlying emotions and life experiences that may be contributing to your mood
Developing supportive routines, self-care practices, and realistic goals that foster steady, sustainable change
Trauma & PTSD
Trauma can leave lasting imprints—on your nervous system, your relationships, and the way you see yourself and the world. You might feel on edge, emotionally numb, easily overwhelmed, or disconnected from parts of your experience. At times, it can seem as though the past is still shaping your present, making it hard to feel safe, steady, or fully yourself.
My approach to trauma work is gentle, paced, and grounded in safety. Together, we’ll create a space where your story can be explored without retraumatization or pressure. We’ll pay attention to how trauma lives in the body and nervous system, while building practical tools for regulation and stability. As trust develops, we can carefully process painful experiences, honoring both your resilience and the parts of you that needed protection.
Our work centers on helping you feel more secure, empowered, and connected—so the past holds less power over your present, and you can move forward with greater choice, confidence, and a renewed sense of wholeness.
Therapy may be helpful if you’re experiencing:
Persistent feelings of anxiety, hypervigilance, or being “on edge”
Emotional numbness, disconnection, or difficulty feeling present
Intrusive memories, flashbacks, or distressing dreams
Strong reactions that feel disproportionate or hard to control
Difficulty trusting others or feeling safe in relationships
Patterns of avoidance, shutdown, or self-protection that interfere with daily life
What sessions may look like:
Creating a foundation of safety and stability before exploring painful experiences
Learning how trauma impacts the nervous system, and building skills to support regulation and grounding
Gently processing traumatic memories at a pace that feels manageable and empowering
Incorporating EMDR when appropriate to help reprocess distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity
Identifying protective patterns that once helped you survive but may no longer serve you
Strengthening self-compassion and reconnecting with parts of yourself that feel lost, silenced, or overwhelmed
Building boundaries, resilience, and a greater sense of agency in your relationships and daily life
