You Don't Have to Navigate This Alone
My journey into this work began with the recognition that we're all carrying something—old wounds, relationship struggles, or the heavy weight of trying to be who we think we should be instead of who we really are. I wanted to create a space where people could explore their experiences without judgment and discover what's true beneath all the noise
"Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joy—the experiences that make us the most vulnerable. Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light."
-Brene Brown
I do this work because I genuinely love it and believe it matters deeply. My own experiences with pain and suffering help me truly understand what it's like to sit in that vulnerable space.
I’m guided by a belief in authentic connection, both with ourselves and others. I’m also driven by a commitment to lifelong learning—constantly reading (well, two-thirds of the way through books), attending trainings, and continually expanding the knowledge that informs my practice.
Outside of the therapy room, my life is full of the usual chaos and joy: time with my partner, kids, friends, and family. I love a good iced soy latte, endorphin-filled spin class, and quality time with Teddy—my therapy dog dropout who was supposed to help with anxiety but has somehow become the primary source of it.
What drew me here wasn't a desire to fix people or pretend to have all the answers, but the belief that we all need someone who can see us clearly and help us make sense of the messy parts of our lives. I'm not afraid to go into the trenches with people when they're hurting, and I’ll stay right there with you.
HOW I WORK
I’m here to help you make sense of your experiences and explore what’s working, what’s no longer serving you, and what’s possible.Even what it doesn’t feel clear, you carry insight and understanding about yourself that we can uncover together. I don’t pretend to have it all figured out, and I’ll never ask you to go places I haven’t traveled myself.
I bring authenticity, humor, honesty, and my own humanity into our work because healing happens in relationship—real relationship. This is a space where you don’t have to perform or hide. You get to be fully yourself—messy, complicated, and wonderfully human. I create an environment free from judgment and bias. I’m warm and grounded, but I won’t just nod along; I’ll offer honest reflection, ask the questions that deepen the work, and gently challenge you to reconsider the stories that no longer serve you. My goal is that each session feels meaningful and that you leave with something new to consider or see in yourself.
MY TRAINING AND BACKGROUND
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #152188) with a Master’s in Couple and Family Therapy. I began my career in the helping professions in 2011 and I’ve had the privilege of working with children, individuals, couples, and families in a variety of settings.
My early work focused on supporting children on the autism spectrum as an Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapist, and later providing crisis counseling, case management, and legal advocacy for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. I also worked within the District Attorney’s office serving as the Mental Health Liason for the Child Advocacy Center and later as a Victim Advocate, where I collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support children, adults, and families navigating trauma.
Over time, I felt drawn to move more deeply into therapy work, supporting clients through relational, emotional, and life challenges. I completed my Master’s in 2022 and have since focused my practice on helping individuals, couples, and families heal from trauma, strengthen their relationships, and build greater self-understanding.
PSYCHODYNAMIC AND ATTACHMENT-FOCUSED THERAPY to understand how your story began
EMDR CERTIFIED (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) for healing trauma stored in both the mind and body
Systems-Informed Approach to understand how individual experiences are shaped by the larger systems we’re part of: family, relationships, culture, and community
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Externship | Gottman Method Level 1 | Relational Life Therapy (RLT) Level 1 to help couples strengthen communication, rebuild connection, and repair trust
WHO I WORK WITH
INDIVIDUALS
navigating life transitions, healing from trauma, and seeking deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships.
COUPLES
working through disconnection or communication struggles, looking to repair and strengthen their bond.
YOUNG ADULTS
exploring who they are, navigating relationships, and building a sense of belonging
ATHLETES
balancing performance, identity, and the person they are beyond their sport
RELIGIOUS TRAUMA/QUESTIONING
finding clarity, safety, and a renewed sense of personal meaning
A PERSONAL NOTE:
WHAT I BELIEVE ABOUT HEALING
Therapy is a process, and I'm not interested in "fixing" anyone because I don't view anyone as inherently broken. Instead, I hope to help you be in a deeper relationship with yourself, one where you can accept your imperfections and also work toward a more inspired way of being.
I see my role in your journey as standing beside you in the darker places and helping you turn on a light. Not because the darkness is wrong, but because you deserve to see the full landscape of who you are and where you are standing. I believe in your capacity to heal, to grow, and to create the connections you're longing for. Sometimes we just need someone to walk alongside us as we remember who we really are.