Therapists in Cary, NC

I am licensed psychologist with an interest and expertise in anxiety, depression and family/parenting stress. I also treat perinatal anxiety and mood disorders, including postpartum depression. I am particularly passionate about women's mental health across the lifespan, from teen to older adult.

Are you living a life you can be proud of? I have been helping People of all ages for over 20 years achieve their goals by working together through anxiety, fear, trauma, and anger. I believe in creating an atmosphere of trust in which clients can explore their fears and take necessary chances to better their lives. My approach to therapy combines CBT and ACT models with client centered, insight oriented approaches. My passion is helping each and every client meet their goals and find their way to FEELING better.

I offer virtal sessions for clients located in MA, NC, and CA. I work with individuals who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, and adjustment to life transitions. I also have specialized training in helping individuals dealing with cancer, chronic illness, and prenatal/postpartum issues. I want to offer a safe environment where we can build trust & relationship, highlight and expand strengths you already have, and enhance self-awareness and coping skills. Deciding to seek therapy is a big step in the process to healing, and I hope to accompany you along the journey.

I work with young people, adolescents, adults, and families of all configurations, with a special focus on the LGBTQIA+ community. I have experience working with clients from a wide range of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds as well a passion for creating safe and healthy spaces for people to explore themselves and their relationships.

We all carry wounds which affect our inner well-being, our relationships, and our ability to engage with the world. By facing our pain and suffering with compassion, we have the power to transform it into strength. Often, we cannot do this alone. Therapy is a journeying together to discover your own capacity for resilience and strength and healing into your deeper, truer self. I cultivate therapeutic relationships built on deep trust and incorporate mindfulness, narrative awareness, strengths-based insight building, and cognitive restructuring, focusing from a spiritual perspective on what gives meaning, purpose, and connection.

NOT taking new clients! Do you struggle with feeling happy, communicating clearly, or building fulfilling relationships? Are you aware of how past trauma is still affecting you? Understanding your past can be the key to your future! Together, we will explore issues such as survival of interpersonal violence, an addicted parent, witnessing a violent event, natural disasters and other traumatic events that have contributed to your addictive behaviors, mental illness, or unhealthy relationships. With this knowledge we will discuss healthy coping skills, building a support network, and planning for safety in the face of your triggers.

I love dogs, specifically Boston Terriers. I love music and was a touring musician for a bit. I love sports and am the type to wake up at 4am on a Saturday to watch a soccer match. Humor is so important. Long walks on the beach are cool, too. I say all this because before I am a therapist, I am a person with interests and hobbies. In my opinion, too much of the traditional therapeutic process can feel sterile and impersonal. This approach might not work for all but hey, honesty is important. You may have told social media about your mental health acting up, now tell a licensed professional.

It's harder than ever to balance all.the.things, especially if your brain is wired a little bit differently than most folks. Whether you're struggling to keep up at work, having communication issues in your relationship, and/or trying your damnedest to raise good humans- the pressure to be your best self is relentless and it's all too easy to feel like a failure. I specialize in adult ADHD and will meet you wherever you are on your journey, whether you were diagnosed at 5 or 65, or you aren't sure and want to know more about it.

If you are looking to reduce stress, better understand your emotions, communicate more effectively, and increase overall meaning in your life, I am here to help. I work with adults, romantic partners, and families who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, indentity issues, body issues, stress management, or other issues. I am a writer and former educator, and I use a creative, empathetic approach to find the treatment plan that works best for you.