Specialties
Life Transitions
Change, whether perceived as positive or negative, can often bring feelings of restlessness and fear of the unknown. Life transitions, such as career changes, shifts in relationships, becoming a parent, moving to a new location, or receiving a life-altering health diagnosis, can be overwhelming.
My goal is to help you process the emotions and thoughts associated with these transitions. Together, we’ll explore how these changes fit into your life, helping you integrate them into your sense of self so that you can embrace your new reality with confidence and clarity.
Mental Health Concerns
If you’re having difficulty getting through your day and completing your responsibilities, it may be a sign that you’re experiencing heightened mental health symptoms. I specialize in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to address symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Additionally, I am trained in several evidence-based treatments for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE), and Written Exposure Therapy (WET).
In treatment, I will help you understand the origins of your symptoms, unhook from unhelpful patterns, and develop healthier coping strategies to reduce symptoms and help you feel more yourself.
Relationship Distress
Changes in relationships can be deeply stressful and may trigger old wounds. In therapy, I can help you identify unhealthy communication patterns and behaviors in your relationships, heal past emotional injuries, and work towards becoming a more securely attached individual.
You will also learn how to set healthy boundaries, say "no" when you want, and adopt more flexible ways of being a partner, family member, or friend. Additionally, I have completed Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1 training and can integrate these concepts into our work together to strengthen your relationships.
Culturally-Informed Therapy
I understand that every individual has unique identities and experiences and strive to remain flexible in my approach to therapy to meet each client's specific needs. I prioritize creating space to explore and process relevant aspects of identity, including racial, cultural, gender, religious, sexuality, age, and ability status, and how these may impact mental health symptoms or other concerns.
For individuals with marginalized identities, experiences of discrimination, mental health stigma, and a sense of not belonging can be significant challenges. Additionally, generational differences within the family can lead to conflicts, as well as discrepancies between expectations at home and in external environments like school or work. In therapy, my goal is to take an intersectional approach that supports you in embracing all aspects of your identity, cultivating self-compassion, and accepting your unique self.