ABOUT ME
Hello, and welcome. I'm glad you're here.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, even when a part of you knows you're ready for something to change. Maybe you're trying to make sense of your past, feeling stuck in patterns you don't understand, navigating the weight of anxiety or trauma, or simply longing to feel more connected to yourself.
Wherever you find yourself right now, you don't have to have everything figured out to begin.I believe that every person deserves to feel seen, understood, and accepted as they are. My hope is that therapy can be a space where you can show up as your whole self, without judgment or the pressure to have all the answers. A space where you can feel safe enough to explore your story, make sense of your experiences, and begin discovering new possibilities for yourself.
A LITTLE BIT ABOUT ME & WHY I DO THIS WORK
My lived experience shaped
my purpose
My path to becoming a therapist is deeply connected to my own experiences with mental health, trauma, and healing. Living with ADHD, anxiety, and complex PTSD has shaped the way I understand the human experience and the many ways we learn to navigate a world that doesn't always feel easy to move through.
My own healing journey has taught me that growth isn't always linear, that our experiences can affect us in ways we don't immediately understand, and that the patterns we develop often begin as ways of protecting ourselves. It has also taught me something I hold close in my work: we are not defined by what we've been through, and change is possible.
I bring my lived experience into my work with humility, compassion, and respect for the fact that every person's story is different. I don't believe healing looks the same for everyone. I believe it begins with understanding ourselves, building a relationship with ourselves rooted in compassion, and discovering that we have more possibilities than we may have once imagined.
Being a therapist isn't about telling you who to be or how to live. It's about creating space for you to explore who you are, understand what you've been carrying, and move toward a life that feels more aligned with your needs, values, and sense of self.
MY APPROACH TO THERAPY
Compassionate. Collaborative. Holistic.
I believe healing happens through safe, authentic connection. Our work together will be grounded in trust, collaboration, curiosity, and compassion. I'll meet you where you are while helping you explore what may be keeping you stuck, strengthen your existing resources, and develop tools that support you in everyday life.
My approach blends evidence-based, trauma-informed care with holistic and strengths-based perspectives. Depending on your needs and goals, our work may incorporate mindfulness, somatic approaches, emotional regulation skills, harm reduction, and exploration of the experiences and relationships that have shaped you.
I also recognize that mental health doesn't exist in a vacuum. Our identities, relationships, environments, and experiences with systems of power and oppression can all influence how we feel and move through the world. I strive to approach each person with cultural humility and an awareness of the larger context of their life.
I work with individuals navigating:
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Trauma and complex PTSD
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Anxiety
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Depression
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OCD
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ADHD
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Substance use concerns and recovery
BEYOND THE THERAPY ROOM
Nature, Adventure, and Travel.
When I’m not working, you’ll often find me outdoors, enjoying the things that help me feel grounded, present, and connected. I love hiking, paddleboarding, camping, backpacking, and going for long walks. I’m also passionate about travel and exploring new cultures, trying new foods, discovering new experiences, and connecting with people along the way.
I enjoy exploring different ways of connecting with myself through mindfulness, meditation, somatic practices, dance, and movement. I believe there is something powerful about slowing down, tuning into our bodies, and creating space to be present with ourselves, whether that’s through a quiet moment of meditation, moving freely to music, or spending time in nature.
As a digital nomad, I spend my summers in Portland, Oregon, and my winters abroad, embracing opportunities to explore new places, cultures, and ways of life.
These experiences continually remind me of the importance of curiosity, connection, and making room for the things that bring us back to ourselves. They’re a meaningful part of how I care for myself, continue to grow, and stay connected to the world around me.
