Anxiety is the negative expectation of the future. It can often manifests itself through persistent worry, racing thoughts, physical tension, or a general feeling of discomfort that negatively impacts various aspects of your life. At first, anxiety may seem like weakness; but, it’s actually a normal response to perceived threats or stressors that we all go through. Together we can explore its underlying causes and triggers while creating effective coping strategies and designing a personalized treatment plan.

Through our work together, we will promote self-compassion, practice relaxation techniques and challenge negative thought patterns. I offer a safe and supportive space as we embark on this journey towards alleviating your anxiety and restoring calm to your life.

Behavioral Therapy is an efficient method for understanding and changing behaviors that may be creating distress or impeding personal development. I want my clients to know that their behaviors do not define who they are as people. My focus is to identify specific behaviors or patterns which may be contributing to your difficulties. Working collaboratively, we explore any underlying triggers while creating practical strategies to facilitate positive change.

By working together on setting goals, utilizing behavioral techniques, and designing tailored interventions to you specifically, we will enable you to overcome obstacles, form healthier habits, and enhance overall well-being. I offer guidance, encouragement, and a safe space where you can explore, grow, and achieve lasting behavioral transformation.

CBT is an evidenced-based modality that has been extensively researched to treat depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma and life transitions. As a therapist using CBT I engage in collaborative assessment, psychoeducation, identification and restructuring of automatic thoughts as well as behavioral experiments, skill-building exercises and homework assignments in order to empower clients with challenging negative thoughts, cultivating more adaptive behaviors and developing long-lasting coping mechanisms to maintain progress and wellbeing.

Depression can be an isolating and debilitating experience that affects every aspect of life. I want you to know there is hope and support available if this situation arises for you. Depression goes far beyond feeling sad; it can include feelings of emptiness, loss of interest in activities, changes to appetite and sleep patterns, as well as low energy or motivation levels. Depression should not be seen as an internal weakness or character flaw; rather a way your body is asking your to look deeper.

Therapy provides a safe and supportive space in which we can explore the root causes of your depression, identify negative thought patterns and develop effective coping strategies. Cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques are among the evidence-based techniques I employ in helping restore your sense of joy, purpose, and well-being. My aim is to offer empathy, understanding, and unwavering support as we travel this journey of healing and recovery together.

Sexual trauma is an emotionally and psychologically devastating experience that can have lasting effects, but as your counselor I want you to know that there is hope for healing and support available. Sexual trauma refers to any unwanted or non-consensual sexual experience that causes unpleasant emotions and symptoms such as anxiety, depression, shame and difficulty maintaining healthy relationships. Therapy provides a safe and confidential space where you can explore and process your experiences at your own pace.

Together, we work toward understanding the impact of trauma, treating any emotional and physical symptoms associated with it, and developing effective coping strategies to restore your sense of safety, self-worth, and empowerment. My goal as your counselor is to offer empathy, validation and a nonjudgmental presence as we explore this healing journey together and rediscover inner strength and resilience. Know that you’re never alone on this journey; I am here with support, guidance, and compassion every step of the way.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a complex and disabling condition that may result from exposure to or participation in traumatic events, and as an experienced therapist I want you to know there is hope and healing available to you. PTSD can present itself through intrusive memories, flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance and emotional distress, which can significantly disrupt your daily life and wellbeing. It’s important to recognize these responses are natural responses to abnormal situations.

Therapy offers a safe and supportive space in which we explore how traumatic events have affected your thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Cognitive-behavioral therapy and exposure therapy are effective tools for helping clients process trauma, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and alleviate distressful symptoms. My role is to provide understanding, validation and unwavering support while we embark upon this journey of healing and recovery together. I am here to help restore a sense of safety, build resilience and reclaim your life.

Perinatal Therapy is a caring and supportive therapeutic approach designed to meet the emotional and mental health needs of pregnant and postpartum mothers and fathers during the perinatal period, including pregnancy and postpartum periods. I assure you of my highest consideration for your and your baby’s wellbeing. Perinatal Therapy aims to explore all emotions, changes, and challenges related to this major transition in your life. At our practice, we create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can safely share your thoughts and concerns freely without judgment from others.

Together, we address issues related to anxiety, depression, relationship changes, parenthood demands, and much more. Through compassionate guidance, evidence-based techniques, and creating a supportive network, I strive to enhance your emotional well-being, strengthen your coping abilities and foster a smooth transition into this transformative stage of your life. You don’t have to navigate it alone–I am here for the care and support you require during this precious and vulnerable moment in time.

Social Anxiety is an understandable condition and I want to reassure you that you are not alone. Social Anxiety typically involves fearing being judged, embarrassed, or humiliated in social settings. Anxiety can manifest as feelings of self-consciousness, avoidance of social events, and physical symptoms such as rapid heartbeat and sweating – however, it’s important to remember that your identity should not be tied solely to anxiety.

Through therapy, we create a safe and supportive space where we explore the root causes of your social anxiety and devise practical ways to overcome it. Together we will work on increasing self-confidence, combatting negative thinking patterns, and gradually exposing you to social situations in a manageable way. I am here to offer understanding, guidance, and encouragement as we embark on this journey together towards finding comfort and ease in social interactions, giving you the tools for leading an enriching and connected life.

Stress Management is an integral component of self-care and wellness, I aim to assist my clients in dealing with its challenges in an empowering manner. Stress is a natural response to life’s demands and pressures; however, excessive or prolonged stress can have adverse consequences on both physical and emotional health. Therapy provides a safe and welcoming space where we explore the sources of your stress and develop personalized plans to reduce or manage it.

Together we will focus on cultivating self-awareness, practicing relaxation techniques, and developing healthy coping mechanisms. By developing resilience, setting boundaries, and practicing self-care practices together we can enable you to navigate life’s challenges more effortlessly, creating greater balance, calm, and overall well-being. I am here as your supporter as we embark upon this journey of stress management together.

Trauma-focused approaches provide a therapeutic framework that specifically targets the impact of trauma on an individual’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Recognizing that trauma experiences can have far-reaching and lasting impacts on an individual, these therapies aim to offer support and healing by directly addressing trauma symptoms directly.

An approach designed to treat trauma typically comprises several key components.

Safety and Stabilization: Creating an atmosphere of safety in trauma-focused therapy is paramount. I establish an environment in which you will feels free to express your thoughts, emotions, and experiences in an open manner. Coping skills, grounding techniques or relaxation exercises may also be taught as ways of helping manage overwhelming emotions or regulate nervous systems.

Psychoeducation: Teaching about trauma’s impacts and symptoms can be both empowering and validating, helping individuals understand that their reactions are normal responses to abnormal events and alleviating self-blame or shame. You will learn more about its physiological, psychological, behavioral impacts as well as its long-term ramifications.

Trauma Processing: Trauma-focused therapies frequently utilize specific techniques to assist individuals in processing and making sense of traumatic experiences. Such approaches help clients revisit and reprocess traumatic memories in ways that allow for healing and resilience building.

Traumatic experiences can cause many different symptoms, from intrusive thoughts and nightmares to hypervigilance, anxiety and depression; trauma-focused approaches provide clients with ways to recognize and manage these symptoms through various therapeutic techniques such as cognitive restructuring, emotion regulation strategies and mindfulness practices.

Building Resilience and Post-Traumatic Growth: While trauma can be extremely challenging, it also offers the chance for personal growth and resilience. A trauma-focused approach prioritizes developing strengths, positive coping mechanisms and feelings of empowerment in clients while providing assistance in finding meaning in life again, rebuilding self-worth, and creating healthier coping mechanisms.

Trauma-focused therapy should always be tailored to an individual’s specific needs and circumstances, taking into account cultural differences, potential triggers, and the individual’s readiness for trauma processing work.

Women’s Issues Therapy is a respectful and empowering therapeutic approach which addresses the unique experiences and obstacles unique to women. I understand the complexities and diversity of women’s lives as I provide compassionate therapeutic assistance.

Women’s Issues Therapy provides a safe, nonjudgmental space in which we explore topics like self-esteem, body image, relationships, motherhood, career goals and societal expectations. We explore the impact of cultural, social, and gender-related factors on your wellbeing, helping you face them with confidence and strength.

Through compassionate listening, support, and evidence-based techniques, I help my clients to foster self-empowerment, promote self-care, and increase feelings of fulfillment and authenticity in life. As we explore these issues together, I offer understanding, validation, guidance and direction so that they may embrace their unique identities while living a fulfilling existence.