My Approach

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a supportive space to
make changes

MY APPROACH

My work with every person is a little bit different but my general approach has some consistencies across the board.

Here are some things you can expect from our work together:

A non-judgmental, unbiased space to sort through whatever it is you’re dealing with
A calm and gentle approach that offers honest feedback and support in making changes
A deeper understanding of yourself, your patterns, and their origins
An improved ability to take care of yourself, use healthy coping skills, and treat yourself with more kindness and less self-criticism
Support in stepping outside of your comfort zone, even when it feels uncomfortable, to develop new ways of thinking and behaving that align with your goals
Guidance in making meaningful changes, overcoming obstacles, and learning how to effectively shift patterns that no longer work for you
Homework between sessions: a skill to practice, a question to reflect on, something to challenge yourself with
If appropriate, a specialized treatment protocol to address specific symptoms you're struggling with (for example, the ERP protocol to tackle OCD)

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who I work with

I provide psychotherapy to adults (18+) who want to develop more ease, calm, and confidence in their lives.

I work best with people who are interested in diving deep and exploring their patterns, who are open to trying out new ways of doing things, and who are committed to overcoming the challenges that are holding them back.

My specialties include:

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Anxiety and Worry
Disordered Eating
Self-worth
Perfectionism and people-pleasing tendencies

do any of these statements feel true to you?

I feel like my brain never shuts off. It feels like my mind is stuck in a loop, repeating the same worries over and over. It's overwhelming and exhausting.

I've been told that I'm way too hard on myself. I want to be kinder to myself, but I don't know how.

My fears are getting in the way of living my life. I know they might not be rational, but they still feel so real.

I feel like I’m on edge all the time, and relaxing doesn't come easily to me. I often feel tense, like my body is always bracing for something bad to happen.

I feel guilty if I eat something I consider “bad” or “unhealthy." I want to be more flexible with food, but I'm afraid of what could happen if I don't follow my rules.

I doubt myself a lot. I'm really scared that something bad will happen and it will be my fault. I wish I could just let go of these thoughts and trust myself more.

I constantly feel like I’m letting myself down, even though I’m trying my best. I never feel good enough, no matter how hard I try or what I accomplish.

I know it's not good for me, but sometimes I just can't stop myself from using food to cope with emotions like stress, sadness, or boredom.

I worry that if I let go of control, things will fall apart.

then let's work together to make some changes.

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the therapy process

1. meet + greet call

Research tells us that the relationship between client and therapist is one of the biggest factors in successful therapy outcomes, so finding a therapist you really click with is important. That’s why we’ll start with a free, 15-minute phone call to see if we’re a good match.

During this quick chat, you can ask questions about how I work, I’ll learn a bit about what brings you to therapy, and we’ll both get a sense of whether we connect well. This no-pressure conversation allows us to decide if working together feels right before committing to a full session.

2. intake appointment

The intake appointment is designed to help us get to know each other and begin building a foundation for our work together.

We’ll start by reviewing important information about the therapy process, and then discuss your reasons for seeking therapy, explore your personal history, and talk about any challenges you’re facing. I’ll also explain how I work and answer any questions you have. The intake is an opportunity for us to ensure we’re a good fit and start crafting a tailored plan for your therapy journey.

3. therapy begins!

Phase 1 - Assessment Sessions
The first few sessions are about getting to know each other, orienting you to the therapy process, and building our shared understanding of you and your concerns.

Phase 2- Symptom Reduction

We start building you a toolbox of strategies to help you manage the symptoms that brought you to therapy so you start to feel more capable and in control.

Phase 3 - Processing

As therapy progresses, we start to dig into the deeper stuff that contributed to your symptoms developing in the first place. This might involve exploring and challenging long-standing unhelpful beliefs, reprocessing impactful events in your life, or learning new ways to improve your relationship with yourself and your emotions.

Phase 4 - Maintenance
At the start, we'll meet more frequently to help you gain momentum, and then as you progress, we slowly start to taper off the frequency of our sessions. By this time you'll be feeling well-equipped with the insight, understanding, and tools needed to manage your mental health so our sessions will focus more on navigating new challenges as they arise and helping you maintain your progress.

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