Areas of Specialization

  • Trauma

  • Codependency

  • Boundaries

  • Family of Origin

  • Gender & Sexual Identity

  • Money

  • Perfectionism

  • Life Transitions

Theory and Orientation

Psychodynamic Therapy

Psychodynamic therapy is a type of talk therapy that focuses on deep exploration of how past patterns, experiences, or relationships influence how you approach present situations, even unconsciously. It encourages us to get curious about understanding the origins of unhelpful patterns you may be repeating, gain insight into why, and apply these insights to make different decisions and changes in present circumstances. This approach also encourages developing your own awareness and internal resources, building self-worth and belief in yourself to make changes.

Person-Centered Therapy

In person-centered therapy, or Rogerian therapy (named after its founder Carl Rogers), the relationship and trust between the client and therapist is in itself therapeutic. In this style of talk therapy, I believe you know yourself best and you hold the answers to what you need in order to make the changes you seek. I offer empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard so that you feel safe enough in the space to guide conversations and decide what you want to work on and explore in each session. But I’ll hardly be a passive listener — my role is to be engaged and responsive, pointing out patterns I notice without judgment or interpretation.

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)

EMDR is an evidence-based therapy that works with how memories are stored to access and relieve distressing or emotionally overwhelming memories in the safety of a therapeutic setting. Using bilateral eye movements or tapping allows us to keep one foot in the present while reprocessing these difficult past experiences. This can be especially helpful for individuals seeking support around traumatic memories or PTSD but is also effective for depression and anxiety disorders.