Areas of Expertise
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Managing anxiety and depression
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Healing from trauma
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Reducing stress and preventing burnout
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Improving work-life balance
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Developing identity and authenticity
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Navigating major life transitions
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Strengthening relationships--monogamous and non-monogamous
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Recovering from narcissistic or toxic parenting
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Exploring sexuality and sexual orientation​
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Working through shame and low self-esteem
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Processing grief and loss
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Finding clarity and stability in a chaotic world
My Approach
My approach is rooted in existential-humanistic and Buddhist-mindfulness therapies. From an existential perspective, I focus on the universal challenges of being human—the questions of existence, identity, and choice that we all face—and how each of us can respond with meaning and responsibility. Together, we will explore what it means to live more fully, vulnerably, and authentically. I place the therapeutic relationship at the center of this work, knowing that growth often arises through genuine connection. From a mindfulness and Buddhist-inspired perspective, I guide clients in cultivating presence, developing the skill of non-judgmental awareness of both inner and outer experience, and grounding more deeply in the body.
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About Me
I became a psychologist because I’ve always been fascinated by the big questions of life—how we find meaning, how we stay true to ourselves, and how we grow through challenge. Over time, I’ve come to see therapy not only as a place for healing, but also as a space for discovery and empowerment. What I enjoy most about this work is getting to walk alongside people as they make sense of their lives and choose how they want to live moving forward.
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Outside of my practice, I value time in nature, good food and wine, and quiet moments of mindfulness. I also love philosophy, travel, and the richness of learning from different perspectives and cultures. These interests keep me grounded and continually remind me of the bigger picture—something I try to bring into the therapy room as well. At heart, I see myself as both a psychologist and a fellow traveler, learning and growing alongside the people I work with.
About Psychotherapy
I believe that each of us is on a unique journey, and it is our responsibility—and our opportunity—to create a meaningful life. Meaning can come from many places: personal experience, culture, reflection, relationships, and more. Therapy is a space where two people come together in a relationship built on curiosity, connection, and growth. My role is to hold that space so you can explore who you have been, who you are today, and who you want to become, asking life's questions with openness and courage. This process is about empowerment and liberation: choosing how you want to live and creating a life that feels true to you.
