Have you ever caught yourself reacting in a way you promised yourself you wouldn't, and wondered why it's so hard to do things differently?

Maybe you know you need to set boundaries but feel guilty the moment you try. You replay conversations, worry about disappointing people you care about, or feel overwhelmed by emotions you can't quite put into words. You might even think, I know better, so why do I keep feeling this way? It can be frustrating to recognize what's happening and still struggle to respond differently.

I believe our reactions don't come out of nowhere. The ways we've learned to protect ourselves, connect with others, or handle difficult emotions often make sense when we consider what we've been through. Maybe you've learned to keep the peace by putting your needs aside or to pull away when things get uncomfortable. Rather than judging those responses, I'm interested in helping you understand where they come from and whether they're still serving you.

I work with teens (16+), college students, young adults, adults, and couples navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I especially enjoy working with people who are curious about how their past experiences and attachment styles shape their relationships, emotions, and sense of self.

You don't have to figure everything out on your own. Whether you're feeling stuck, processing something painful, or hoping to feel more confident in your relationships, I'd love to hear what's bringing you to therapy. If this resonates with you, reach out. We can talk about what you're looking for and see if we're a good fit.

Somatic Therapy

Sometimes your body has a reaction before you even realize something is bothering you.

Your chest tightens during a difficult conversation, your shoulders tense when you're stressed, or you feel drained after holding everything together all day. These physical responses can offer clues about how you're experiencing stress and emotions, even when you can't quite explain what you're feeling.

I combine traditional talk therapy with somatic techniques to help you better understand the connection between your emotions, experiences, and nervous system. Rather than focusing exclusively on body-based exercises, I weave these practices into our conversations when they feel helpful.

Somatic therapy isn't about quick fixes or following a set of exercises. It's a bottom-up approach that invites us to pay attention to what your body is communicating, rather than relying on thinking or talking alone. I typically spend our first few sessions getting to know you before introducing these practices. We might pause during an emotional conversation to notice physical sensations or incorporate grounding, breathwork, or progressive muscle relaxation.

If you're someone who can explain your emotions but has a harder time actually feeling or processing them, this approach may be especially helpful. My goal is to help you become more comfortable noticing your body's responses, understanding your nervous system, and finding ways to feel more grounded in everyday life.

Couples Therapy

You love each other, but lately, it feels like you're speaking two different languages.

Conversations that used to feel easy now turn into misunderstandings. One of you wants to talk things through while the other needs space, leaving you both feeling unheard or disconnected. Maybe you're tired of arguing, or you've stopped bringing things up altogether because it feels easier than having another difficult conversation.

In couples therapy, I'm not here to take sides or decide who's right. Drawing from Imago Relationship Therapy and attachment-focused approaches, I'll help you slow down those difficult interactions and understand what's happening beneath the frustration, defensiveness, or silence.

We'll look at how past experiences, emotional needs, and communication habits influence your relationship. From there, we can practice expressing needs more openly, navigating disagreements, and rebuilding trust and connection. I'm interested in helping both partners feel understood, rather than focusing on who's to blame.

Whether you're working through infidelity, navigating a life transition, or simply missing the connection you once had, you don't have to wait until your relationship is in crisis. If you're both open to looking at your relationship from a different perspective, I'd love to help you find your way back to each other

My Approach

I know that talking about difficult experiences isn't always easy, especially when you're used to keeping things to yourself or feeling like you should already have the answers. I want our sessions to be a place where you can speak openly, take your time, and feel comfortable being honest about what's going on.

I'm thoughtful and collaborative in how I approach our work. I'll give you room to process, but I'll also ask questions, share what I'm noticing, and offer a different perspective when it might be helpful. I don't believe therapy should be about someone telling you what to do. I'm more interested in helping you recognize what feels right for you and supporting you as you put that into practice.

I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS)-informed work, and somatic techniques. Depending on what you need, we might explore something from your past, work through a current challenge, or focus on practical skills you can use between sessions.

There's room for flexibility in our work together. I'll check in about what's helpful, adjust when something isn't working, and stay engaged in helping you move toward the changes that matter to you.

Experience

My experience includes working with children, teens, and adults from diverse backgrounds in community mental health, outpatient, and school-based settings. These experiences have shaped my appreciation for the many ways people learn to cope, protect themselves, and navigate difficult relationships or life circumstances.

Throughout my work, I've supported clients in processing trauma, recognizing unhealthy or abusive relationship dynamics, building self-compassion, and developing practical skills for managing emotions and relationships. I bring that experience into my work today, along with an appreciation for how much courage it can take to revisit painful experiences and begin doing things differently.