About Me
Searching for a therapist isn't an easy process, nor is asking for help. As a Licensed Professional Counselor who has worked in the mental health field since 2012, I consider the therapy space to be collaborative and a place to feel accepted while working towards change.
I specialize in treating trauma (PTSD and C-PTSD), anxiety and self-esteem issues. I am certified in EMDR and an EMDRIA consultant, as well as a Parnell Institute Attachment-Focused EMDR consultant. I am also a master practitioner in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and trained in mindfulness and experiential practices.
My approach is integrative and utilizes a combination of evidence-based treatments and experiential/somatic therapies, including IFS parts work, ego states work and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. By blending techniques and insights from different modalities, I can address the complexities of clients’ experiences, fostering deeper healing and growth.
Prior to to making the shift into psychotherapy, I was a professor of film and literature and a certified yoga teacher. Curiosity, compassion, warmth and wisdom are central to practice.
Specializing in Treating Trauma, Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues
Trauma
Therapy, and especially trauma focused treatment, is not a one size fits all approach. Utilizing an integrative approach tailored to a person's needs allows me to draw from various modalities, incorporating best practices to provide more comprehensive and personalized care.
Trauma work is supported with the inclusion of grounding, distress tolerance and emotional regulation skills as needed.
Anxiety and Depression
One of the best definitions for anxiety I've heard came from the late Mariah Fenton Gladis, a pioneer in Gestalt therapy: anxiety is emotion without breath. Anxiety and depression can thrive in ways that are counterproductive to what we need when unattended to. Bringing in self-awareness, understanding and even compassion can start to shift how we feel.
Self-Esteem
Dialectical Behavior Therapy asserts a very helpful premise that getting unstuck comes from the intersection of self-acceptance and being open and willing to change. Our story of who we believe we are doesn't have to be or stay fixed.
Relationship and Attachment Issues
Working with Therapists
By learning about and processing past traumas, clients can gain insight into their emotional responses and behaviors. This work enables them to develop healthier ways of relating to others, fostering stronger connections and improving overall emotional well-being.
Through this therapeutic journey, individuals can break free from unhelpful patterns and create more fulfilling relationships.
I am dedicated to supporting therapists in their professional development and genuinely enjoy working with them as they hone and expand their skills.
As a Certified EMDR Therapist and EMDRIA-Approved Consultant, I offer both individual and group EMDR consultation for therapists aiming to strengthen their competencies and achieve certification. Since my initial EMDR training in 2017, I have consistently engaged in advanced trainings to deepen my knowledge and skills.
For those seeking general consultation or supervision toward LPC licensure, I adopt a collaborative approach focused on case consultation and enhancing your professional abilities. Together, we can define your path and support your growth in this rewarding field.