Asking for help is a courageous and vulnerable act, and if you are reading this, you are considering taking that step. Maybe you are moving through an unwanted change in your life, or the loss of a relationship. Maybe you are experiencing feelings of sadness, grief, or hopelessness because of something extremely painful in your past or your present. Maybe you are worrying about the future, feeling stuck about what to do next. All of these situations are workable and I would welcome the opportunity to support you in moving forward toward your goals and the life you desire. Feel supported and heard as you begin to find your path.

I am a generalist and work with adults with a variety of presenting issues including: relationship stressors, sexual abuse or trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, family stressors and adjustment issues. I appreciate that these issues are often complex and complicated and it might feel very overwhelming. My belief is that people are resilient, and even the most resilient people can benefit from someone listening. My goal is to hear you, support you, and give you helpful feedback and suggestions for how to make changes. I like to focus on the skills and strategies you might be underestimating in yourself.

Therapy can be a wonderful opportunity to connect more deeply and genuinely with yourself in a way that translates to deeper connections with others in your life. It is also an opportunity to make changes in your life, get support during a difficult time, work on relationships with family, friends or romantic partners, or heal from a deep loss. I offer therapy which is collaborative, active and respectful. I listen attentively, ask questions, offer observations, develop strategies and give feedback with warmth, empathy and a lack of judgement.

Would you like to pursue a life with less internal conflict and turmoil; more purpose, direction, healthier relationships? I can help you unravel difficult experiences-past and present, work through bad feelings and cultivate positive change. As a process relational psychotherapist coupled with a Polyvagal Theory lens, I specialize in healing childhood abuse/neglect and trauma related stress and symptoms: shame, depression, loss of self, numbing, anxiety, self-destructive behavior, chronic grief and pain, attachment and trust issues, feeling helpless and hopeless. One becomes freer to live a fuller life.

I value and enjoy working with clients of all ages. Primary areas of focus are: coping with life transitions, helping clients to have more satisfying relationships, working with parents to support attachment goals for healthy development of their child, and sitting with the grief that our inevitable losses bring. I specialize in working with clients with eating disorders, trauma and PTSD, and anxiety disorders. My approach is integrative, drawing from effective treatments (DBT, CBT, attachment-based) to meet your particular needs. I provide short-term and long-term services to individuals and families.

** Currently, not accepting new clients. ** Each individual coming across this page is in a different stage of their respective experience, comfort, and presenting concerns related to mental health. Oftentimes we struggle identifying what we may need or want, but know that something needs to change. I pride myself in meeting each person wherever one is and work collaboratively and empathically to identify areas of concern and continued growth.

Accepting New Clients. I believe that knowing oneself is an important step in developing a fulfilling life and fulfilling relationships. The story of who we are impacts how we see ourselves, our companions, and our challenges. I enjoy working with individuals of various age groups and backgrounds who are interested in learning more about themselves in order to realize and achieve their goals.

If you’re here perusing these therapist profiles, it’s probably because something’s not quite right. Maybe you hate your job, feel stuck in it, or have trouble finding one that feels congruent for you. Maybe it’s some turbulence occurring in your relationship– or the absence of a relationship when you long for one. Or perhaps something awful happened and you just can’t get it out of your head.

In my clinical practice, I work with adults and adolescents regarding a wide range of life's emotional and behavioral challenges, and provide services in the areas of depression, anxiety, trauma, sex addiction, love addiction, internet and pornography addiction, substance abuse, compulsive behaviors, grief/loss, parenting support, social skills training, mindfulness based living, and beyond. I offer a highly personalized approach and utilize effective techniques tailored to each of my clients' individual needs to support their personal growth and overall peace and well-being.

Seeking help as you cope with life's difficult circumstances is hard, and it is my honor and privilege to work with you as your therapist. My role in your wellness journey is to provide guidance and support as you learn healthy, effective coping mechanisms to deal with both acute and chronic stressors in your life.

The experiences that individuals encounter throughout their lives can be opportunities for self-exploration and emotional growth. My role as a psychologist is to provide empathy, support, guidance, and skills to help clients identify existing strengths and resources to address life transitions and stressors. I can also help develop new coping strategies and ways of thinking to overcome experiences that restrict a satisfying and fulfilling life. It would be a great privilege to hear your story and collaboratively work to develop targets for change, identify growth edges, and tap into your existing assets to help you reach your goals.

In my practice I focus on helping people to free the present from the long term effects of problematic early life experiences. In psychotherapy, we work to create space for thoughts, feelings, and memories to emerge and to be understood. Understanding supports developing new skills which allow for new and more positive choices to be made based in the present, cleared of the distortions of the past. I offer a brief telephone consultation for potential clients.

I believe that good counseling, beginning with a natural fit between client and therapist, can be one of the most important and beneficial experiences of our lives. I am passionate about working with my clients and strive always to bring my natural compassion and creativity to each session. I find I am most helpful to clients struggling with loss, grief, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues, though I help clients work through other issues as well. Because I am trained in theology as well as psychotherapy, I bring a unique understanding of faith and spirituality to my practice, welcoming clients from any (or no) faith tradition.

Do you need online couples counseling, online sex therapy or online marriage counseling near me? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire? Are you missing appreciation? Fighting over sexual frequency? Does he stonewall? Does she not stop criticizing? Anxious and having trust issues because of infidelity? Relationships need both emotional connection, intimacy and sex to be happy. We help repair affairs. Stop the fighting. Stop the criticism and withdrawing. Build a deeper connection, trust, & better communication. Feel love again. We treat erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, anorgasmia, low libido, frequency discrepancy.

Whatever brought you to consider therapy, know that you are not alone. Many of us struggle to manage intense emotions, connect deeply with others, meet our goals, live up to our expectations, accept ourselves, or find meaning in life. In a safe and supportive space you are free to express yourself openly, honestly, and authentically, and together we can work to discover the ways you would like your life to be different. The approach we take to enacting those changes will be guided by your personality, culture, and needs.

Whether you are struggling with emotional challenges, trauma, addiction, or difficult life transitions and circumstances, you do not have to navigate the journey alone. I support clients in reaching their personal goals through a collaborative, therapeutic partnership and a customized plan of treatment. My philosophy is that my clients have an innate ability to heal from their challenges, as well as to grow and develop in positive ways throughout their lives. This is accomplished through building on personal strengths and abilities to achieve health and balance in all areas of life.

Sometimes life creates change when we aren't ready. You may find that life transitions have left you feeling differently than you expected, or you're discovering things about yourself that you aren't sure what to do with. Sometimes loved ones change in ways that challenge us, and sometimes we grow and hope our loved ones will grow with us. Sometimes LGBTQIA+ identities have specific needs, particularly for couples and families adjusting to newly expressed identities and searching for a healthy, supportive dynamic. Unfortunately, coping with these unexpected changes usually isn't a smooth, easy, or pretty process.

October 2020-Feb 2021: Unfortunately, I'm not able to accept new clients at this time. My approach to therapy is warm and supportive to provide you a safe space. My specialty population is working with young adult women (20's-40's). Areas of focus include: anxiety and depression, perfectionism, identity development, life transitions, & relationships. In therapy, we collaborate to set goals to ensure that our work together reflects your unique strengths, values, & priorities. By exploring old patterns & developing new insights & skills, you feel empowered to grow in intentional & positive directions.

*Please know that I am not currently able to accept new clients.* I work with clients ages 14-40; I especially enjoy helping adolescents and young adults explore and resolve questions of identity, navigate periods of transition, manage anxiety, and heal from traumatic experiences. I also enjoy working with couples who are navigating life transitions, working through conflict, or are simply interested in improving their communication skills and overall relationship quality.