Personal Statement

Healing is difficult, and it certainly isn't linear. I've found one of the best ways to work through emotional pain is to first allow yourself to feel it. I often work to help clients change their relationship with their emotions from one of avoidance to acceptance. I see value in attending to emotional injuries and pain, while also attending to the influence of early experiences. I strive to be culturally responsive in my work, and place a great emphasis on developing a strong, authentic connection with my clients.

I have special interests and expertise in couples therapy, gender-affirming care, & grief counseling. I am a gender-affirming and queer-affirming therapist, and promote openness and acceptance in my practice. I offer transaffirmative care, and have worked with several clients at various stages through their gender identity journey. I also have experience with letter-writing for gender-affirming healthcare.

I have years of training, research, and clinical experience in working with couples. I have conducted and published research on couples therapy, relationship satisfaction, and attachment issues, and have put much of this expertise into practice with couples I have worked with. I work with couples to improve communication, navigate conflict, manage insecurities, overcome previous emotional injuries, and improve overall satisfaction.

I aim to collaboratively develop a plan for healing that works for each individual or couple. I often consult current empirical research in order to make sure each of my clients is getting the best and most updated care available. If you are hoping to grow, heal, or accept yourself, send me a message and we can start discussing a personalized treatment plan for you.

I am not currently accepting insurance, but can provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement. I am currently meeting with all clients virtually.