My Experience and Qualifications

The right therapist should understand you and create a safe space for growth. With nearly twenty years of experience, I have specialized expertise in psychodynamic therapy, couples therapy, EMDR, and trauma-informed care. I also bring the insights gained from diverse personal and professional experiences, allowing me to connect with clients facing various challenges. Having been a therapy client myself, I understand vulnerability and use that empathy to create a supportive, ethical, and collaborative environment. My goal is for you to feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout your journey.

My Core Approach

  • Clear Boundaries: Therapy is entirely focused on your needs. I keep the attention on your growth, sharing about myself only if it directly benefits you. Clear boundaries help create a safe and productive space for growth. I acknowledge the power dynamic in our relationship and am committed to never exploiting it.

  • Evidence-Based Methods: I use techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to reframe negative thoughts, EMDR to process trauma, and mindfulness to reduce stress—all tailored to your needs. While I primarily focus on established psychotherapeutic methods, I also incorporate promising newer approaches, like Ketamine Assisted Therapy, when appropriate, to provide the most effective care. I ensure you stay informed about our methods, including any limitations or tradeoffs, so you remain an active participant in your therapy.

  • Skill Building: I equip you with practical skills—like stress management, communication, and coping strategies—that you can use in daily life to foster resilience and improve well-being.

  • Trauma-Informed Care: I recognize that trauma shapes how we see ourselves and the world. My approach prioritizes your safety and control, ensuring a secure environment for healing at your own pace.

  • Unconditional Acceptance: I provide a non-judgmental space where you feel accepted. This supportive environment lets you explore difficult emotions freely. I value each person's uniqueness and always focus on seeing you as a whole individual while supporting your growth.

  • Understanding Our Dynamics: Transference is when emotions from past relationships are projected onto me, while countertransference involves my reactions influenced by my past. Understanding these dynamics helps identify patterns in relationships. While neutrality is ideal, I strive to minimize bias and focus on your growth. I treat each person uniquely, avoiding assumptions based on identity factors.

  • Client Empowerment: I see therapy as a collaborative partnership. You are the expert on your life, and my role is to guide, support, and empower you to make choices that align with your values. I communicate clearly, avoiding jargon, and ensure we share a mutual understanding. Together, we set goals and work toward meaningful change rooted in your strengths.

Why This Approach Works

These core values—clear boundaries, evidence-based methods, skill-building, trauma-informed care, unconditional acceptance, understanding dynamics, and client empowerment—come together to create a holistic approach that supports meaningful growth.

My goal is to foster a trusting relationship where you feel truly heard. By following these principles, we can achieve real, lasting change—whether it's reducing anxiety, building stronger relationships, or gaining deeper self-awareness for a more fulfilling life.

If this sounds like the kind of support you're seeking, reach out to me for a free 20-minute consultation call. Together, we'll develop a process focused on your unique journey.