I realize that no two people are the same and as such tailor my therapy to meet the specific needs of my clients. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression or trauma related to chronic pain/illness, I will help you recognize underlying problems, fully realize your strengths and adjust certain behaviors and thoughts to see things a different, healthier way.
My practice specializes in treating adult (18+) individuals and I offer comprehensive services dealing with:
I value who you are and want to work with you on what brings you into my office. Together we will set goals, and I will help you work towards those with compassion and empathy. This is not easy! I want to validate that for you and normalize your feelings coming into individual therapy. How do we do make this happen?
Together we will find your personal strengths to begin to build a foundation on which we will put new coping skills and insights. We can help you to accept all of the strengths while working on helping you grow as a person. We can work through past traumas and current symptoms starting with what is already working for you and then adding to that more coping techniques. I can help you learn to live a more authentic, strong and empowered life.
I foster a supportive and nurturing space where you can feel truly listened to and valued, allowing you to explore, gain insight into yourself, and grow with kindness and self-compassion.
I will help you in forming genuine connections with yourself and others, enabling you to embrace your true self while finding harmony between your various life goals and responsibilities.
I will guide you in developing skills to create and maintain healthier relationships—whether romantic, familial, business or with friends—using mindfulness techniques focused on relationships. Since fulfilling relationships are essential for well-being, I will also focus on rebuilding trust, especially if it was not modeled for you during childhood or if you've experienced betrayal in the past.
I apply my values based on a strong foundation of comprehensive clinical training, combined with 25+ years of deepening my expertise through specialized, evidence-based treatments and integrative methods. I have both facilitated and attended a multitude of trainings specifically including trauma, health issues, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
Training is important. Skill is crucial. Expertise counts. A compassionate and supportive relationship is essential. Personalized, research-backed treatment makes a difference. Finding the right fit matters. You are what truly matters!
As an EMDR therapist specializing in working with adults with anxiety, chronic illness, chronic pain, depression, stress management, trauma and PTSD, and other issues, I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach to healing. With extensive training in EMDR, I provide a safe and supportive space where you can process and release the emotional blockages that contribute to pain and distress. My focus is on addressing the root causes of your trauma, helping you gain relief from chronic pain, and supporting your overall well-being. Through evidence-based techniques tailored to your unique experience, we’ll work together to create lasting change and empower you to regain control of your life. Choosing me means choosing a dedicated, empathetic guide committed to helping you heal both emotionally and physically. I have 25+ years of experience in this field, and I still love helping people feel better. I also love seeing clients who are in the helping field, like those who are healthcare or mental healthcare professionals. I feel that my expertise and longevity in trauma work is uniquely helpful to my clients.
Helping clients to achieve a sense of life-balance and overall well-being is a big, overarching goal in therapy. I approach this in a few different ways. I help clients reprocess their past traumas and present-day difficult situations in order to live a more fulfilling life. I provide coping skills to help manage current symptoms and stress, as those can exacerbate any underlying health issues they have. I can also offer validation and normalization through talk therapy, helping clients gain insights while feeling supported and safe. Some areas I focus on are:
Individual Therapy: I offer an integrative approach to therapy that not only helps you tackle the issues that led you to seek therapy but also supports you in sustaining the growth and progress you make. I assist individuals with a broad range of challenges, from severe depression, anxiety, chronic illness, chronic pain, stress management, trauma and PTSD and other psychological disorders to managing everyday stress and promoting personal development. I use CBT therapy, DBT therapy and EMDR therapy with great success. I am committed to helping you feel more present and fully engaged in your life and relationships.
Chronic Pain, Chronic Illnesses & Trauma: I take a holistic approach, recognizing that your mental health is deeply connected to your physical health, and vice versa. When needed, I collaborate with primary care doctors, psychiatrists, functional medicine practitioners, and nutritionists, as I believe in the connection between physical well-being and mental health. I have attended and facilitated trainings which focus on the intersection of psychological and physical health. I am uniquely equipped to help you build the skills necessary for overall wellness. Whether you're dealing with a medical condition or chronic illness, seeking to adopt healthier habits, or simply aiming to reduce stress and feel better, I am here to support you.
Compassionate, Authentic, & Relational Care: My approach begins with clarifying your goals, values, and aspirations, so we can create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your path toward better mental health. At your first session, I will take the time to understand you as an individual, conducting a thorough assessment to shape the treatment plan that best meets your needs. I combine evidence-based therapies with a compassionate, caring approach to equip you with the tools and skills needed to move forward and achieve your goals.
I also focus on helping you navigate life's inevitable changes and transitions, which are part of the human experience. My ultimate goal is to support you in finding balance and improving your overall well-being through developing insight, self-awareness, coping strategies, and stress management techniques. I can help you connect authentically with yourself and others, allowing you to embrace your true self while balancing your various life goals and responsibilities.
My work also emphasizes building and maintaining healthy relationships—romantic, familial, business or friendships—through relational mindfulness practices. I believe that fulfilling relationships are essential to your overall happiness and fulfillment. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process, so I provide a highly individualized approach, creating a supportive and compassionate environment to foster growth.
I am here to help you increase your life satisfaction, enhance your quality of life, and improve your ability to cope with everyday stress. My goal is for you to leave therapy feeling empowered, supported, and confident in your ability to handle whatever challenges lie ahead.
I use a combination of research and evidence-based approaches. EMDR is my primary modality of therapy, as I have seen many clients benefit from this therapy. (Please see the EMDR page on this website for a detailed description of this life changing therapy.) Other modalities of therapy that I use range from CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) combined with other behavioral, mindfulness and somatic-based approaches. I have highly specialized training and expertise in these specific approaches and will incorporate them into a personalized treatment plan designed to meet your specific needs. (Please look at each of the pages on evidence-based treatments to learn more about each of these approaches.)
I believe finding the right professional to meet your specific needs is essential. I have several different payment options available. I accept credit cards or HSA/FSA cards the day of the session. I do provide Superbills for clients whose insurance will cover some portion of their session with an out-of-network provider.
I have flexibility with the scheduling of my appointments so that you do not necessarily have to keep the same appointment time each week. For some people, the same time works well and we can do that. For most clients I work with, their schedules change weekly. So, you can book yourself into my schedule any time via my client portal once you are an established client.
If you feel like you are ready to start, I would love to connect with you to set up a first appointment. You can contact me and we can schedule your first visit with me. I encourage you to take the next step to feel better and take care of yourself. I look forward to hearing from you!
I am happy to offer in-person and online individual therapy services for adults. I have practiced in the mental health field for 25+ years and have developed an expertise and passion for working with clients. I specialize in providing counseling for anxiety, chronic illness, chronic pain, depression, stress management, trauma and PTSD and more. I also provide support for busy professionals. I use CBT therapy, DBT therapy and EMDR therapy with great success. If you don’t see the issue you are looking for listed, please contact me to ask if I can help you with your unique situation. I look forward to helping you live your best life possible!