Therapy is all about the story of you. It is a deep exploration of your inner world and your unique journey, and it all begins with exactly where you are now: your life, relationships, emotions, fears, curiosities, and hopes. As a therapist, my role is to serve as both a guide and a co- explorer of your inner terrain, walking alongside you and holding a safe and secure container for that exploration.
I view healing as an ongoing process where we learn to hold our vulnerabilities with kindness, creating space for more light—more joy, love, delight, peace, and wonder. This process is not about replacing darkness but integrating it into a harmonious whole. I would be honored to accompany you on this journey, whether that ends up being one season of your life or many, as long as therapy remains a positive and beneficial space for you.
Research suggests that the most powerful indicator of good, effective therapy is the quality of the relationship between you and your therapist. Similar to dating, it can sometimes take a few tries with different therapists to find who you really click with, so don’t give up hope! I work relationally, with deep care for you and how you feel about the work we do together. It is my greatest hope that you feel cared for and accepted, while also feeling challenged to grow into even more fullness of who you are.
For those who carry trauma as a part of their story, coping can be a significant ongoing challenge, and it is especially important that the therapy space feels safe and secure. Trauma work is often a slow process. We move at your pace, gently strengthening a sense of resiliency and empowerment with tools and exercises that can be used every day. I also provide EMDR therapy, which comes along with a lot of preparation using these regulating tools before diving in.
Rooted in the work of Carl Jung, depth psychotherapy looks at the deeper causes of suffering and struggles, especially those we might not be aware of. This approach explores dreams, myths, symbols, metaphors, and even spiritual experiences to connect with psyche (the Greek word for soul). By paying close attention to these elements and reflecting on what they might be speaking to us, we can more deeply understand ourselves and find greater meaning in our lives.
The quality of our relationships is one of the most important elements of our mental wellbeing. Struggles in relationships are often rooted in our early attachment patterns to caregivers, which shapes how we interact with others throughout our lives. I help my clients focus on building secure and satisfying relationships by exploring childhood attachments and their impact on current emotional and relational patterns, and fostering new and healthier ways of connecting with others.
