ABOUT
My Philosophy on Change & Therapy
Change and transition — whether it's a life change, a personal change, or a relationship issue — are always difficult. But with compassionate care and directive support, I've seen this journey of growth become exciting, even transformative. I'm genuinely dedicated to helping people make the changes they need to lead more fulfilling lives, and to build deeper, healthier relationships — both with themselves and with the people they love.
I believe in treating every client with respect, compassion, and thoughtful consideration. My years of working in psychotherapy, combined with my own personal experiences, have given me the depth to understand what others are going through — clearly, and without judgment. That understanding, in turn, helps my clients find clarity in whatever they're grappling with in the moment. The process of exploring your thoughts, behaviors, and feelings alongside a compassionate therapist can be genuinely life-changing.
My therapeutic style is direct, down-to-earth, and easy to connect with — while staying deeply compassionate and empathetic. I hold the emotional space for you to feel safe and truly heard, while gently encouraging the changes you're ready to make. My goal is simple: to help you get where you want to go.
With couples, I'm actively hands-on in session. I often provide real-time, in-the-moment coaching as partners interact with each other, so communication shifts happen right there in the room, not just in theory. I'll often give “homework” between sessions, asking couples to focus on a specific communication pattern or habit they want to change. Through the lens of Relational Life Therapy (RLT), I help partners learn to express their needs and wants more clearly, so they can reach their relationship goals sooner — building the kind of open, honest communication that couples therapy is about.
Ultimately, my clients come to therapy because they're ready to work toward change, and I walk that journey with them. I also love drawing on outside resources when they're helpful — books, articles, podcasts, films, at-home exercises — and, when appropriate, medication referrals or referrals to other professionals like medical doctors and specialists.
