I have always been driven by a desire to help others. As a child, I dreamed of becoming a doctor, but as I grew older, I realized that healing extends beyond medicine. I witnessed the struggles people face from life’s challenges, and I felt compelled to support them. Mental health has deeply affected my family, and I’ve seen firsthand how important it is for people to feel safe and understood. With empathy and a strong appreciation for the beauty of imperfection, I strive to remind others that they are not alone and that support is always within reach.

I work closely with adults who have faced difficult times and are ready to make meaningful changes in their lives. My experience spans across diverse groups — women and men, couples and families, both younger and older generations — each bringing unique strengths and challenges.

I want everyone to understand that therapy is not a sign of weakness. It takes true strength to recognize when help is needed and the courage to ask for it. Choosing vulnerability is not a flaw — it is one of the greatest forms of strength.

In our first session, clients can expect us to learn each other. I will explore your history. We will identify your goals and establish a treatment plan together. I like to provide my clients with self-work to work on in between sessions and we will practice skills together in a non-judgmental environment. The early stage of therapy is the time where we discover what works and what doesn't work. As we begin to peel the onion back, you can learn to be the healthy version of yourself that you desire to be.

In our first session, we’ll take time to get to know one another. I’ll explore your personal history, and together we’ll identify your goals and create a treatment plan tailored to your needs. Between sessions, I encourage self-work to help you continue growing, and we’ll practice skills in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. The early stages of therapy are about discovering what approaches work best for you. As we gradually uncover deeper layers, you’ll begin to move toward the healthier, more authentic version of yourself that you aspire to be.

I begin by asking clients which approaches have worked for them in the past and which have not. From there, I focus on building upon their strengths and developing a clear understanding of their preferences. As clients share their stories, I gain insight into the strategies that will best support their needs. Through collaboration, we refine what is essential and let go of what no longer serves them, creating a path forward that is both effective and empowering.