I have spent many years serving clients in the emergency room, where the pace and structure often didn’t allow the time or space people truly needed to feel seen and supported. While that work was meaningful, I often witnessed individuals opening deep emotional wounds without the resources or follow-up care to begin healing. Becoming a counselor allows me to step out of the revolving door of crisis care and instead create a safe, consistent space where clients can process, rebuild, and move toward lasting growth.

I work best with adults of all ages who feel weighed down by sadness, anxiety, fragile self-esteem, or uncertainty about their identity. I also support individuals navigating relationship challenges, periods of transition, or a desire for deeper self-discovery and empowerment.

When you’re doing deep therapeutic work, it often feels worse before it feels better. Therapy brings to the surface thoughts and feelings you may have been suppressing, and that discomfort can feel unsettling. That discomfort is a sign of progress - evidence that you’re processing, healing, and moving toward meaningful change rather than staying stuck in avoidance.

In our first session, we’ll begin with introductions and a thorough psychosocial assessment to understand your history, current challenges, and goals. Early sessions will focus on building trust, identifying your strengths, and developing a personalized treatment plan. Together, we’ll create a safe space for open exploration while introducing tools and strategies to support your progress.

My own history of striving to please others while suppressing parts of my authentic self deeply informs my work. I understand the tension between seeking acceptance and desiring true self-expression. Through doing my own healing, I’ve learned the importance of building confidence, nurturing self-esteem, and embracing authenticity - values that I now bring into every session with my clients.

I believe therapy works best when it feels personal, not like a generic checklist. Using a person-centered approach and motivational interviewing, I gather the most relevant details of each client’s life story and goals. This allows me to adapt even standard worksheets or exercises into tools that reflect their unique experiences, ensuring that therapy feels practical, meaningful, and truly individualized.