My method of treatment is person-centered, which means I am not always treating people for the same exact presenting problem. Typically, however, people who find my style helpful are looking for a therapist who can challenge them, without criticizing, and delivering insights in a succinct and easy to digest way.

People come in to see me for different reasons, with different issues, and at different life stages, but I tend to work really well with people in a transitional stage of life who are in unfamiliar territory of being stuck, burnt out, overwhelmed, or a self-proclaimed ticking time bomb of emotion.

Maybe you are nearing a milestone birthday, pivoting in your career, considering becoming a parent, contemplating marriage or a long-term commitment, or are desperately trying to individuate from and have boundaries with your family of origin, ideally without a heaping side of agonizing guilt.

Everyone goes through trying times in life. Some more than others, and some get stuck longer in these periods of self-doubt or overwhelm. I help stuck people get unstuck.

Most of my patients value their autonomy and are accustomed to solving problems on their own, so the thought of therapy is one that can bring about discomfort.

I offer candid insight and feedback, help uncover unhealthy patterns of behavior, identify negative thought patterns, reveal blindspots, and help you remain accountable to yourself and on track to meeting your goals.

My style of interacting is direct, intentional, and authentic and it is not uncommon for me to be interactive, give feedback, share insights, and throw a witty remark in there for good measure.

I find that using humor and personal examples (when appropriate- no, I will not use you as my therapist) can be refreshing, makes me relatable, and builds trust in the therapeutic relationship.

My experience has instilled the confidence, discernment, and openness necessary to be an effective therapist. Over the years, I’ve learned to dive in when it’s appropriate, trudge on when it’s necessary, wait when it’s best, and push when it’s helpful.

How we relate to others has a lot to do with our ability to feel supported, have meaningful connections, and secure an overall sense of belonging. Our style of relating to others can change and shift over time, fluctuate across different situations, or look different in different relationships. To achieve a secure attachment means an overall sense of safety and security in life.

Many of my patients have struggled with trust and opening up to others and are apprehensive meeting new people or being in unfamiliar situations. Not wanting to be a burden and being uncomfortable depending on others often leaves my patients feeling disconnected and at times, lonely. They often have mixed feelings of pride in their independence while simultaneously wanting deeper and more meaningful connections and people they can rely on.

Learning to open up, take social risks, and communicate thoughts and opinions are some of the interpersonal skills that many of my patients learn. I also focus on some of the ways their own self-evaluation or self-talk is contributing to their overall functioning and quality of life.