MY APPROACH

I provide individual psychotherapy to adults (age 18+). My therapeutic approach is integrative, which means I draw from evidence-based practices to tailor interventions to my clients (see the “about me” section for more information on the types of evidence-based practices I draw from).  I strive to create a deeply affirming space where you can feel safe to explore vulnerabilities and grow. Our work will start from a place of curiosity, and acceptance for you exactly as you are. I will tailor my skills and experience to meet you where you are at, and help you work toward meaningful change.  We will work in a collaborative, relational way.

Issues I work with include, but are not limited to:

• depression and anxiety

• childhood and adult trauma

• sexual violence

• PTSD

• overwhelming emotions

• excessive guilt and shame

• self-esteem

• harsh inner critics

• interpersonal difficulties

• setting healthy boundaries / assertiveness

• codependency

• insomnia
   

My practice is trauma-informed and may involve the direct treatment of traumatic experiences through an evidence-based treatment called EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy). This means that our work together will be guided by, and may explore:

• The way attachment to your caregiver(s), family, parents, and early childhood experiences may have shaped how you experience your emotions, engage in relationships, and respond to perceived stress

• How the brain and the body, in an attempt to keep you safe, can leave you stuck in suffering

 I will help you connect to your body and your wise inner self to navigate out of unconscious, automatic patterns that may not be serving you anymore.​ 

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My practice is also informed by an understanding of how systemic forms of oppression can create intersectional challenges and suffering for you as an individual. I have experience working with folks with a variety of sexual orientations and gender identities, and provide secondary assessments for gender-affirming surgeries. My practice is affirming of all gender identities, sexual orientations, races, cultures, religions, and spiritual practices.