Personal Statement

What draws me to this work is something I’ve witnessed repeatedly—that being heard and hearing ourselves more clearly can change things in ways that little else can. That conviction is at the heart of how I approach therapy.

I practice from a relational, trauma-informed foundation. The work is collaborative and tailored to you—shaped by what you bring and what you’re reaching toward, not by a fixed formula. Every person arrives with a different story, but what I bring stays consistent: genuine curiosity, warmth, and deep respect for the process of self-discovery.

I work with adults, adolescents, and children. For younger clients especially, the goal is to create a space together where big feelings can be named and explored without pressure or expectation. As a parent, I understand firsthand how much young people and parents are navigating today. That perspective shapes my work with families.

Before becoming a therapist, I spent years in education and media—fields defined by communication and paying close attention to what people need. A background in literature planted an early belief that language, story, and genuine human connection have the power to change things. Those early experiences were the foundation from which a different, deeper kind of conversation became possible.

My Toolbox:

I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches, tailoring my use of each to what a particular person and moment call for. These include:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)-informed approaches
• Motivational Interviewing (MI)
• Trauma-informed care