Therapy can feel like untangling a ball of yarn—messy, confusing, and overwhelming at times. My role as your therapist is to guide you through this process, helping you gently unravel the knots of thoughts, emotions, and experiences that may be holding you back.
I am not afraid to address the hard or awkward topics that often arise during therapy. I will also gently challenge you when I notice patterns or self-imposed limitations, always with the goal of helping you to grow, to heal, and to move forward.
Together, we’ll identify the starting points, explore connections between experiences, and work through the tangled mess to uncover greater understanding and insight. Each session is an opportunity to sort through those strands, creating clarity, healing, and the foundation for positive change.
My hope is that as we untangle these knots, you’ll gain a newfound sense of understanding and empowerment to create a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Therapy is a journey, and I’m here to support and guide you every step of the way.
Theoretical Approach
As a therapist, I draw from a variety of counseling approaches, all of which are grounded in a trauma-informed lens. This means I am attuned to the ways in which trauma can impact the mind and body, and I prioritize creating a safe, supportive, and trusting environment where you can feel comfortable exploring your experiences. I believe that therapy should be a collaborative process, where we work together to uncover the insights and tools you need to heal and grow.
Here are some of the therapeutic approaches I use in my practice:
Attachment Theory
Attachment theory helps us understand how early relationships shape our patterns of behavior, thoughts, and emotions in adulthood.
Narrative Therapy
In narrative therapy, we view your life as a story that can be rewritten.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT is a practical, evidence-based approach that focuses on identifying and challenging unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
Person-Centered Therapy
In person-centered therapy, I emphasize the importance of empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuineness in the therapeutic relationship.
Solution-Focused Therapy
Solution-focused therapy is a goal-oriented approach that emphasizes finding practical solutions to current problems rather than dwelling on past difficulties.
Brief Therapy
Brief therapy is an approach that focuses on achieving specific therapeutic goals in a short amount of time.
Systems Theory
Systems theory looks at the interconnectedness of individuals, families, and communities.
Somatic Therapy
Somatic therapy involves the use of body awareness techniques to help release stored trauma and emotional tension.
Sand Tray Therapy
Sand play therapy is a form of expressive therapy where clients use miniature figures and sand to create scenes that represent their emotions, thoughts, and experiences.
Play Therapy
Play therapy is often used with children to help them express and process their emotions through play.
TRIP (Trauma Regulation Information Processing)
TRIP is a specialized trauma therapy that focuses on helping clients process and regulate traumatic memories.
I integrate these various approaches based on your individual needs and preferences. My aim is to create a personalized, holistic therapy experience that promotes healing, growth, and empowerment.