Areas of Focus

Anxiety & Stress

Living with constant stress, panic, overwhelm, or worry can be mentally and physically exhausting. I take an integrative approach to help you both understand your anxiety and develop practical tools to manage it effectively.

We often begin by exploring the science behind anxiety: how your nervous system responds to stress, the evolutionary roots of anxiety, and the biological reasons behind your symptoms. This kind of psychoeducation can be incredibly empowering. When you understand what’s happening in your body and brain, it becomes easier to see that while anxiety feels uncomfortable, it isn’t inherently dangerous.

In our work together, I’ll introduce a range of evidence-based coping strategies tailored to your needs. These may include breathing techniques, grounding exercises, self-compassion practices, boundary-setting, and shifting unhelpful self-talk. At the same time, I support you in accepting anxiety as a natural, temporary, and protective response — one you can learn to live with, rather than fear.

If it feels helpful, I also incorporate values work which supports you in taking meaningful action in your life, even when anxiety shows up. The goal isn’t just to reduce your anxiety, but to support you in building a life that feels full, aligned, and manageable, no matter what challenges come your way.

Trauma

Trauma doesn't just live in the past; it stays with us, often showing up in the body, mind, and relationships long after the event is over. As a trauma therapist, I specialize in helping individuals process and heal from difficult life experiences using evidence-based approaches like Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Brainspotting (BSP), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy.

Many people come to therapy feeling "stuck,” unable to move forward no matter how much time has passed. EMDR and Brainspotting are powerful, body-based trauma treatments that help release stored trauma without requiring you to talk about every detail. This can be especially helpful if you’re feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to start.

Using principles from Internal Family Systems (IFS), we’ll also explore how trauma has shaped your internal world — your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. For example, if you experienced emotional neglect or had caregivers who were emotionally unavailable, you may struggle with trust, intimacy, or self-worth. These protective patterns often formed for good reason. Together, we’ll work to understand and gently shift them, allowing more space for authentic connection and self-compassion.

My approach to trauma therapy is rooted in the belief that healing is possible and that you already have what you need inside you. Sometimes it just takes the right support to access it. In our work together, my goal is to help you make sense of your past, release limiting beliefs, and move toward a more empowered and fulfilling life.

Relationship Issues

When your relationships are strained, whether with a partner, co-worker, friend, or family member, it can affect every area of your life. I help people gain the tools and insight needed to build healthier, more fulfilling connections.

In our work together, we’ll explore more effective ways to resolve conflict, communicate needs clearly, and set healthy boundaries. We’ll also take time to identify recurring patterns and habits that may be keeping you stuck in cycles of frustration, disconnection, or misunderstanding.

Whether you're navigating relationship challenges, family conflict, or simply want to improve how you show up in connection with others, therapy can be a powerful step toward meaningful change. My goal is to help you develop the awareness and skills you need to strengthen your relationships and feel more confident in how you relate to others.

Depression

When you're struggling with depression, even the simplest tasks — getting out of bed, taking a shower, preparing a meal — can feel overwhelming. I offer a compassionate, practical approach that combines acceptance with gentle, goal-oriented support.

We start by acknowledging that depression is present without judgment, and then explore ways to reconnect with the values and interests that matter most to you. For example, you might feel like staying home all day, but if you also value connection and friendship, we’ll work together to find small, manageable steps that can help you show up (like attending a friend’s birthday, even briefly). This process, known as behavioral activation, helps counter the isolation and withdrawal that often come with depression.

I also provide shame-free accountability, helping you set realistic goals that support your well-being without adding pressure. Together, we’ll explore the underlying thoughts, patterns, or life circumstances contributing to your depression, while also building self-compassion and a renewed sense of hope for the future.

Life Transitions

Change is a natural part of life, sometimes carefully planned, and other times unexpected. Whether you're starting a new job, ending a relationship, moving to a new city, going back to school, or experiencing a major shift in identity or purpose, even positive transitions can leave you feeling unsettled or overwhelmed. It's common during these times to fall back into old habits or feel unsure of how to move forward.

I provide support for navigating the emotional ups and downs that often come with change. Having a space to process your thoughts and feelings can make a significant difference—especially when you're trying to cope with change, manage stress, or stay grounded in your values.

Together, we’ll explore how the transition is impacting you, identify any unhelpful patterns that may be resurfacing, and build healthy coping strategies to support you through this period. Whether you’re facing an expected shift or an unexpected life event, I’ll be here to help you process challenges, make empowered decisions, and celebrate the wins, big or small, along the way. My goal is to help you adjust with clarity, resilience, and confidence.