ABOUT

I am passionate about helping my clients navigate difficult emotions and find a deeper sense of self. I work with clients looking to move through anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, relationship issues, grief, and poor self-esteem.

My therapeutic style is warm, genuine, and non-judgmental. I engage with my clients through empathy, humor, curiosity, and creativity to foster a supportive and collaborative environment. In our work together, my approach with each individual and relationship is unique and I make use of multiple therapeutic methods to provide support that is holistic and deeply personalized. I use psychodynamic and attachment theories to examine how early childhood experiences inform current challenges in relation to the self and others. I use somatic interventions to incorporate the body and deepen emotional experiences while supporting safety and repair. My training is steeped in Jungian/Depth psychology, which uses archetypes, myth, and artistic expression to understand challenging experiences in the context of universal human patterns. I also use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to offer practical mindfulness tools to change distressing thought patterns. All of my work is affirmative and social justice oriented.

I specialize in supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. I work with queer, lesbian, bi, and trans identifying adults and adolescents in individual, couples, and group settings where we focus on issues ranging from identity, gender exploration, sexuality, relationship issues, to resilience.

My published research explores creativity as a tool to foster post-traumatic growth. With my background in the arts, I am well attuned to the unique challenges faced by creative individuals and partnerships. My clients work with me through creative blocks, navigating industry challenges, financial insecurity, substance use, and refining their creative voice.  

When looking for a therapist, it’s important to find the right fit. I welcome you to reach out for a phone consultation. If we aren’t a good fit, I’ll happily connect you with local referrals and resources.

My Approach

  • Somatic

    I use somatic interventions to incorporate the body and deepen emotional experiences while supporting safety and repair.

  • Psychodynamic

    I use psychodynamic and attachment theories to look at how early childhood experience inform current challenges in relation to the self and others.

  • CBT

    I also use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to offer practical mindfulness tools to change distressing thought patterns.

  • Depth Psychology

    My training has been steeped in Jungian/Depth psychology, which uses archetypes, myth, and artistic expression to understand challenging experiences in the context of universal human patterns.

Credentials & Training

  • Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute

  • Deep Vocation training with Dr. Jennifer Selig

  • Trauma and the Performing Artist with Dr. Peter Levine & Betsey Polatin

  • Transgender Affirmative Therapy training with Cadyn Cathers, PsyD

  • Lesbian Identity training

  • Restorative Justice Principles in Psychotherapy