HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR APPROACH TO THERAPY?

I approach therapy from an eclectic lens. No human is alike and I take special care to get to know you so that I can help you. I am known to be a very active and highly engaged therapist who prioritizes a warm and empathetic therapeutic relationship. Research shows that a secure relationship is where healing happens and once I have established this with you, my style is relational and compassionately direct, with a good sense of humor.

Learning to live a conscious life is not easy and requires work that can be uncomfortable. My thoughtful ability to incorporate laughter and playfulness into this deep work is one of my strengths that can help soften the journey. I believe that you already have the tools for personal growth, but due to trauma, family of origin dysfunction, family messaging, and societal conditioning, you may be unaware of them. Some of these internal resources, which I call tools, include values, worthiness, and the courage to set boundaries. These tools play a crucial role in your emotional health, confidence, and functional relationships. Helping you find these tools is my passion and calling.

WHAT LED YOU TO BECOME A COUNSELOR?

I became a therapist because one day I needed one and fortunately, I found “the one” that walked through the tough times with me. With her, I discovered that there are powerful lessons in the tough times, and on the other side is acceptance, freedom, wisdom, joy, and peace. The process of uncovering your authentic self is at the heart of the journey and once accessed, I can help you let go of old beliefs and stories that are no longer serving you so that you can invest in a deep and committed relationship with yourself. I have rewritten my story and would be honored to help you rewrite yours.

WHAT TRAININGS HAVE YOU COMPLETED AND HOW DO THEY RELATE TO YOUR IDEAL CLIENT?

I earned a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from St. Edward’s University and I am EMDR trained. I am also certified in mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) from Brown University and I am a certified and registered trauma-informed yoga therapist (TIYT). With these things, nervous system regulation is an important and necessary component of the work I will do with you.

PERSONAL NOTE - WHAT DO YOU LOVE TO DO IN YOUR FREE TIME?

I am a proud mother of two boys and I enjoy reading, yoga, Pilates, photography, hiking, watching birds, and almost any activity involving the mountains.