I believe that all of us have the innate capacity to heal from trauma, improve our relationships, and work toward the lives we want. But we often get in the way of our own growth — by relying on outdated coping strategies, disconnecting from ourselves and others, and letting critical inner voices dictate our choices. As your therapist, I will collaborate with you to explore old patterns and overcome barriers to wellness so that you have access to greater fulfillment, authenticity, and ease.
My work is grounded in intersectional feminism, attachment theory and relational psychodynamic theory. These approaches underscore my belief that we’re all profoundly impacted — consciously and unconsciously — by our early relationships and the world around us. I also incorporate evidence-based practices like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) as appropriate. These approaches involve looking closely at the relationship between your thoughts, behaviors, and emotions or bodily sensations.
In session, I hope that you’ll experience me as warm, authentic, and nonjudgmental. I want you to feel safe exploring the elements of your story that might be difficult or painful, because it is through such exploration that healing takes place. We will likely talk about your early relationships and experiences and consider how messages you’ve received from your family and culture have impacted you. I often incorporate mindfulness into therapy, and I believe that exploring dynamics within the therapy relationship can lead to insight into other important relationships in your life.