I want to personally welcome you to the beginning of your therapy journey, and tell you how proud of you I am that you are taking this first step. From a young age, I’ve been drawn to understanding people at their core- what shaped them, what has hurt them, and what brings them hope. That curiosity and compassion are what guide my work as a therapist. I help clients explore the “why” behind their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so they can gain insight, acceptance, and the tools to move forward. I welcome you exactly as you are into my space, so that we can work together to work through whatever has brought you to therapy. My goal is to create a safe and judgment-free space, where you can show up exactly as you are. I’ll meet you there-with warmth, authenticity, empathy, and respect- and walk with you as you grow into the most grounded, resilient version of yourself. I am happy to welcome and affirm those in the LGBTQIA+ community, those in the neurodivergent community, and those of all cultural backgrounds. I take a holistic and collaborative approach, using techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Inference-Based CBT), and mindfulness-based practices. I also utilize play-therapy and art-therapy based techniques as needed. I support clients in exploring how their physical, emotional, mental, and even spiritual health intersect to impact their well-being. In addition, I am Somatic Trauma Therapy Certified.