Specialties
Life Transitions
Whether seen as positive or negative, change can often bring feelings of restlessness and uncertainty. Major life transitions—such as career changes, shifts in relationships, becoming a parent, relocating, or facing a life-altering health diagnosis—can feel overwhelming.
My goal is to help you navigate the emotions and challenges associated with these changes. Together, we’ll explore how these transitions fit into your life and identity, helping you embrace your new reality with confidence and clarity.
Mental Health Concerns
If you’re struggling to get through your day and manage your responsibilities, it may indicate that you’re experiencing heightened mental health symptoms. I specialize in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to address symptoms of depression and anxiety.
I am also trained in several evidence-based treatments for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE), and Written Exposure Therapy (WET).
In our work together, I will help you understand the root causes of your symptoms, break free from unhelpful patterns, and develop healthier coping strategies to reduce symptoms and restore a sense of well-being.
Relationship Distress
Changes in relationships can be deeply stressful and may trigger old wounds. In therapy, I will help you identify unhealthy communication patterns, heal past emotional injuries, and work towards building more secure attachments.
You will also learn to set healthy boundaries, say 'no' when needed, and adopt more flexible ways of being a partner, family member, or friend. Additionally, I’ve completed Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1 training and can integrate these concepts to strengthen your relationships.
Culturally-Informed Therapy
I recognize that each person’s identity and experiences are unique, and I adapt my approach to therapy to meet your specific needs. I prioritize creating space to explore and process important aspects of identity—such as race, culture, gender, religion, sexuality, age, and ability status—and how these may impact mental health or other concerns.
For individuals with marginalized identities, experiences of discrimination, mental health stigma, and feelings of not belonging can be significant challenges. Generational differences within families can also create conflicts, as well as discrepancies between home life and expectations in settings like school or work. In therapy, my goal is to take an intersectional approach that supports you in embracing all facets of your identity, cultivating self-compassion, and accepting your unique self.