Our Team

Approach: My approach to therapy emphasizes the wisdom that each client brings to their own healing journey, and includes examining and deconstructing the impact of power dynamics and social expectations in order to help individuals overcome barriers to achieving life satisfaction. I am committed to providing a non-judgmental atmosphere for individuals to navigate difficult life situations and fully realize their potential. My hope for each of my clients is that they experience deep support and value, encouragement, and affirmation of their unique skills and abilities. Although primarily a companion to you during the processing of difficult circumstances and events, I find that I also frequently have the privilege of sharing much laughter and joy with my clients.

Interests: My professional areas of interest include working with individuals who have experienced sexual and other traumas, bereaved individuals, individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and panic, and those experiencing the effects of social oppression on the basis of race, ability, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic status, or immigration status. My personal areas of interest include animals, cooking and eating, spending time in nature, reading, playing and listening to music, and spending time with loved ones.

Favorite DBT Skill: The self-soothing distress tolerance skill is one of my favorite DBT skills. It gives such a rich opportunity for reacquainting ourselves with some of the most basic pleasures, and we always have the tools we need to do it! I am encouraged by how much opportunity we have to create meaningful change in our lives simply by slowing down the often-chaotic speed of our lives and relationships, and tuning into our five senses.