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I imagine you are reading this because you are trying to understand your pain, and what you can do about it. You might sometimes feel empty and numb, while at other times might feel flooded with overwhelming and confusing feelings. You may have tried to make changes, but you see the same problems coming up again and again in your relationships. Maybe you long to find a sense of meaning, or to feel more fully alive. Healing will mean challenging yourself to sit with painful feelings and face your fears. It will be helpful for you to find a safe place to do this hard work. Together, we can make your healing and growth a priority.

Nobody wants to be in therapy forever. The slogan for my practice is "Less Talking, More Doing." Our sessions are active. We won't spend countless hours discussing prior traumas or re-working the same old coping skills that didn't work. You've been there, you've done that. Instead, we'll work together to make measurable changes to help you become empowered. The work we do is realistic, it is personalized, and at your own pace. My clients use worksheets, videos, meditations, podcasts, and in-session exercises to become more engaged in a lifestyle that is meaningful to them.

My approach to therapy is warm, inviting, and challenging. I value compassion and "realness" and approach my work with clients from a place of curiosity and respect. I believe the quality of the therapeutic relationship is the foundation for meaningful work to occur and work with my clients to identify what feels most important to explore and address in therapy. Our work together may involve processing and organizing difficult life experiences or memories, preparing for major life transitions, or navigating challenges relating to depression/anxiety.

**NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME** Maybe you thought what you're struggling with would just go away, get better with time or disappear if you ignored it long enough and it hasn't. You might be feeling sad, anxious, alone, stressed, worried, misunderstood or overwhelmed. Or you're dealing with something or someone that's really stressful. Perhaps you want something different for yourself or your son/daughter, but you're feeling lost, unsure how to do it or stuck. It may be time to talk to someone on the outside to get a clearer sense of what's going on.

Do you feel stuck and can’t quite figure out what to do? Are you struggling with anxiety or sadness? Do you feel alone? Are you wondering why everything is so hard? Do you feel guilt or shame? Is “negative self-talk” or "an inner critic" something you completely understand? Do you have difficulty making decisions and often feel like you don't know what to do next? Finding the right therapist for yourself can be confusing and overwhelming. The very idea of sharing can be scary. I am here to help you figure out how to begin. Talking to someone is the right thing to do and I can help you move forward. Help is within your reach.

My approach is gentle and direct. I know if you are coming to me, it’s possible you have been struggling with the same patterns and emotional pain for a long while and coping the best that you can. Together we can sort through what’s happening with your inner experiences, your relationships, and a world that can often feel anxiety-provoking. If you are holding painful memories or having traumatic symptoms, together we can ease your system into more relaxation so that you can experience life more fully present. From here, you can start down a path toward a more grounded sense of peace, joy, connection, and creativity.