“Be curious, not judgmental.”

-Walt Witman

What is INdividual therapy like with me

Curiosity is what you can expect from working with me. But more importantly, I help each of my clients to have more curiosity and less judgement about themselves. Therapy with me is a safe space to explore anything, big or small. In my office you will not be judged for what you think, feel, or what has happened to you. I firmly believe we can get so much further in life with more curiosity and less judgement.

I am a sex affirming and sex-positive therapist. This means I view sex and sexuality as a good and healthy part of being human. I believe we hurt ourselves and our relationships when we don’t see the whole story of our sexuality and how it impacts other areas of our life. Sexual health can often be an overlooked area in mental health therapy, but I prioritize including sexual health conversations in the therapy I offer.

I have been providing therapy for 9 years. While I can help with many things, I specialize in treating trauma and PTSD, sexual and intimacy concerns, sexual shame and relationship issues (including affairs and unwanted porn use), and struggles with people pleasing and/or perfectionism. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and use Ego State Work (Inner Child), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and other forms of therapy. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.

ARE we a good fit?

I work best with teens and adults who struggle with trauma symptoms, sexual shame or intimacy issues, depression/sadness, people pleasing and perfectionism, anxiety, and relationships issues. I also work with those experience life transitions (dealing with relationships, affairs, work stress, faith crisis or transition, etc.). Not all my clients struggle with a mental illness, as some just need help moving past smaller issues in their life.

I work best with clients who are motivated to make a change and want help. I want to be a good fit for my clients and I only work with people that I believe I can help. Contact me to see if we are a good fit. I offer free 20-30 minute phone consultations to help us get a good idea if we will work well together. If we are not a good fit, I will be happy to provide referrals to other therapists.