SPECIALIZATIONS

My work is rooted in systemic therapy, where we honor the intricate web of relationships, identities, and cultural forces that shape who we are. I am trained as a marriage and family therapist with a lens that considers not only the internal world, but the systems—past and present—that surround us.

I draw from models such as Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Structural Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I also find inspiration in Jungian psychology. My approach is further supported by training in sex therapy, grief work, and trauma healing, especially around the wounds of religious oppression and patriarchal systems.

Above all, I see myself as a lifelong learner—not an expert, but a student of the human experience. I believe therapy is not about fixing what's broken, but about tending to what longs to be seen. As Maya Angelou reminds us, “When you know better, you do better.” Together, we hold space for that kind of becoming—with compassion, courage, and room to grow.

WHAT TO EXPECT

A typical session is centered around whatever feels most important to you at the time, and I’ll also gently challenge you to explore other avenues and stories. We’ll have an open, supportive conversation where I may ask questions to help deepen your understanding of the issue and offer tools or strategies to work through it. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, empowered, and supported in your journey toward healing and growth.

I also offer session lengths at 60-minute (typical) and 90-minute (longer than typical) intervals so clients can decide if a longer session is beneficial to them. The first session for new clients is 75-minutes to accommodate for diagnostic evaluation and gathering personal history. If you have concerns about this, feel free to reach out to me when scheduling.

LENGTH OF THERAPY

I believe therapy works best when it’s a consistent, intentional investment in your growth. To honor this process, I see clients no less frequently than every other week. This allows us to build momentum, deepen our work, and create meaningful, lasting change together.

Therapy is a unique process for each person, so there’s no one-size-fits-all timeline. We’ll regularly check in on your progress and adjust our focus as needed to ensure therapy is meeting your needs.

Further, as a client, you are entitled to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency mental healthcare services or items. While it is not possible for a mental healthcare provider to know in advance how many counseling/therapy sessions may be necessary or appropriate for a given person, I can provides an estimate of the cost of services to be provided.

IS IT WORKING?

Therapy is a process—sometimes change happens gradually, and the goals for therapy sometimes shift as well. However, you should start to notice shifts in how you feel, how you relate to others, or how you respond to situations in your life. We’ll regularly reflect on your progress together to ensure that you feel supported and are moving toward your goals.

NOT IN SCOPE

I work within a network of professionals, so when a client needs something outside of my expertise, I will help them find the right specialist. I am unable to provide services like medication management or treat severe mental conditions that often require medical management. However, I work collaboratively with specialists in these areas or refer out for these conditions. I am also not qualified to provide psychological testing, such as formal ADHD and Autism assessments, IQ tests, or personality testing, but I can refer clients to psychologists who specialize in these assessments. Further, I do not provide forensic services, custody evaluations, or court-related therapy — my work focuses on therapeutic healing rather than legal assessments. Ultimately, my focus is on building a safe, nurturing environment to explore relational and personal growth within the areas I specialize.

WHAT’S NEXT?

The first step is to schedule a consultation or initial session, where we’ll talk about what brings you to therapy and how we might work together. This session helps us both get a sense of whether we’re a good fit, and from there, we can create a plan for how to proceed. Fill out the form here to get started.