I use a positive, strength-based approach to foster genuine self-acceptance and to support clients in finding meaning. My philosophy centers around building and harnessing connections between the body, emotions, thoughts and behaviors to create healing and growth. This is an active, evidence-based approach that addresses the whole person.

Treatment is uniquely individualized and with well over a decade of clinical experience, I am competent in helping clients to not only heal but to make real gains. This can involve setting/tracking measurable goals for therapy as well.  Treatment is intended to help clients feel empowered into action, including how to apply insights from past sessions to help create tangible growth.

I am an integrative clinician, meaning I use more than one type of therapy or orientation.  Much like a tree, my approach grows and branches out depending on what will best serve each client.  My roots, or the foundation of my approach, is in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-Based Therapies. 

CBT is incredibly popular as it is one of the most evidence-based treatments.  It helps us restructure and heal our thoughts, core beliefs, behaviors and emotions. Mindfulness-Based Therapies (such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction) is also highly evidenced-based and focuses on the connection between mind and body.

I have received extensive training in many forms of CBT (Internet Addiction, Insomnia, Exposure & Response Prevention, Trauma-Focused). I also am trained in Gestalt, DBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy,  Interpersonal Therapy and Gottman Therapy.

I only use methods that are backed by thorough evidence and am constantly updating my approach based on the latest research and my ongoing training.