Think of our sessions as a conversation. I show up authentically and provide a warm, affirming space, and am genuinely curious about you, and ready to meet you exactly where you are.

There's always room for laughter here, because healing doesn't have to be heavy all the time.

Warm & non-judgmental - You can say the things you've never said out loud. This is a safe space.

Collaborative - We figure things out together. You're the expert on your own life, I’m just here to offer support and insight.

Real & a little fun - I’m genuine and grounded with our conversations. I have also been known to make people laugh in session, and can be pretty direct and “call you out” (respectfully, of course), when I recognize that you’re avoiding something, or not living your truth.

Goal-oriented - We'll explore the past when we need to, but always with an eye on where you're headed.

My goal is for you to leave each session feeling a little more connected and confident.

I want to create a space for you to be yourself, and that puts you in the drivers seat of your own care plan.

Usually we will start by checking in on what’s been going on since we last spoke. Then I’ll usually bring our conversations towards one of your goals, or leaving room to discuss if something new has come up that you wanted to talk about.

At the end of sessions we will confirm our next appointment, and create a plan for you to practice your new skills in between sessions.

It depends.

Some clients might work on specific challenges for a few sessions, while others focus ongoing patterns, processing lifetime experiences, or wanting to build coping skills. We’ll track progress together by creating goals and checking in on them during sessions.

Therapy is most effective when you are putting in the effort both in and out of sessions.

Basically, my job is to put myself out of a job; to give you the tools that you need to work on your goals. We might not solve every problem or conflict while working together, but instead we are filling your tool box to continue your own work after sessions conclude.

You also have full control, and are welcome to end therapy at anytime that you feel appropriate. you are under no obligation to stay for any specific length of time.

You should feel heard, supported, and able to be real. I try and bring my most genuine self to sessions to make it feel comfortable and approachable, not stuffy and pressured.

If it doesn’t feel right after a few sessions, we can explore next steps or referrals without any judgment or pressure from me. The most important part of therapy is to feel comfortable and to be able to create a trusting relationship.

That’s completely normal.

Therapy gives you a space to talk about what’s going on in your life, and uncover patterns that you might be experiencing. I will help guide sessions, and offer connections and insight to your experiences..

As we move towards your goals, we will keep checking in to see what tools we can introduce or sharpen, and if we feel we’re on the right course. .

I do not provide cookie cutter therapy; I tailor your sessions based on your needs, goals, and preferences.
Most often I use my certification in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps you to find connections between your thoughts, feelings and behaviors.

I also use Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT) informed tools to help build balance between acceptance and change in daily life.

I am Certified in Mindfulness Practice to encourage you to observe without judgement to help reduce stress and increase awareness of thoughts and emotions.

I have completed trainings for Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help navigate and connect with the many parts of ourselves.

I have also been trained in Religious and Spiritual Trauma Processing, LGBTQIA+ affirming and supportive care, and Autism supportive care.

Throughout the year I complete ongoing training to continue my education, keep up with updated information, and adapt to new situations that I come across in the field.

Yes. What you share in therapy is confidential, and I am legally and ethically required to protect your privacy.

I like to say that my notes are “clinically rich, means nothing”, and limit my notes to only what is required for insurance compliance while overall focusing on your right to privacy.

Private pay options are available for those who prefer additional confidentiality, as these notes are not eligible for insurance review.

In rare situations, such as safety concerns or a court subpoena, I may be required to share specific information, and only what is legally requested. This would be discussed with you in advance if this were to come up.

I also vet all platforms and tools that I use and limit myself to only those that remain HIPAA compliance.

If you have questions about confidentiality, I’m always happy to discuss them with you.