Services
- Individual
- Couples
About My Clients
Has the pressure of shame put a grey lens over your existence in this world? Do you doubt yourself and make decisions for the approval of others in your life? In some cases our confidence in our ability to overcome our obstacles has dwindled down so much that we're left asking "how did I get here?" or "who am I?" I thrive in a space where I am able to help others overcome shame to embrace the changes they'd like to make in their lives.
My Background and Approach
I truly believe that we are all capable of overcoming any obstacle given the right tools to do so. I enjoy working with clients who want to take an active role in the therapy process. I place importance on orchestrating a warm environment to build vulnerability and tackle shame. Throughout my career, I have gained experience treating a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, ADHD, and sexual issues. I have also assisted couples with developing healthy communication skills, strengthening their conflict resolution, and rebuilding their connection. I utilize various approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, as well as Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy. While I tailor my techniques to suit the needs of my clients, the most important factor of my work is the therapeutic relationship that we develop. I value a dynamic built on trust, empathy, and collaboration.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
As a Black woman, with a parent who is a first-generation immigrant, I am all for empowerment. I place a heavy emphasis on unlearning some of the negative stereotypes perpetuated throughout society. I am a firm believer in embracing who you are becoming and developing healthy individuation, but not forgetting where you come from. Throughout my life I have valued learning more about things that I didn't understand, which is a testament to my inquisitive and open-minded nature. With that being said, I don't believe in simply adhering to what's "normal" because it's easier for the people around us. (Who the heck dictates what's normal anyway?). Judgement has never helped, shame has never solved a thing. So, it is my goal to help others understand what works best for them, what makes them sparkle, what gets their fire going, what has held them back, and helping them resolve any shame around it, to have healthier relationships with themselves.