Meet your therapist

There is no such thing as a "one size fits all" counseling approach. We are all different, with individual needs; that's why I don't rely on any single counseling theory, choosing instead to tailor treatment to your needs.  My relationship with you is the foundation of our therapy, and my understanding of you shapes my interventions. I pull from theories that focus on your holistic development (Adlerian Psychology), to those that help you to discover your own drive to succeed (Motivational Interviewing), to practical, action-based approaches (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy). Together, we will develop a plan for success that fits your background and needs.

People come to counseling for many different reasons. Individual therapy can be an opportunity for growth, challenging yourself, and optimizing your mental/emotional fitness. Sometimes, therapy is the opportunity to step outside of the busyness of life and find healing. You may need a space where you can connect, unburden yourself, and be encouraged. Often times, counseling is both of these things, as individuals challenge themselves to grow while simultaneously working to heal emotional wounds. I strive to provide an environment that makes space for both of these processes. My goals for your work with me is that you can feel safe, supported, encouraged, and challenged to live up to your most treasured values as you work toward your meaningful life.

Couple and family relationships, as with anything worthwhile, require work to establish and maintain. The fruits of that labor are definitely sweet, but you have to be willing to get down in the dirt and pull some weeds (or even go through some manure) to grow a strong trusting bond with your partner and children. I work to improve communication about issues, foster safety and attachment, and help you to turn relationship problems into opportunities to grow the love you all crave. I work from empirically validated models of counseling called Emotion Focused Therapy, the Gottman Method, and Adlerian family systems therapy, which help couples redefine their struggles from a place of hope, and find a greater sense of safety and trust in the connection they share. Together, we work to create an environment in the home where growth and health are most likely to flourish.