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About My Clients
I enjoy working with clients seeking meaningful change, whether navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, insomnia, life transitions, identity concerns, etc. I offer evidence-based therapies and strive to provide space for thoughtful reflection and open non-judgmental collaboration - a space where we will work together to bring you closer to your goals. I especially enjoy working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, Veterans, and professionals facing high-stress demands.
My Background and Approach
In the past 24+ years as a clinical psychologist, I have helped adult clients overcome a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. My background includes work in university counseling centers, VA medical centers, and private practice. I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, insomnia, and life transitions. I'm certified in several evidence-based treatments, including Prolonged Exposure (PE), PE for Primary Care (an abbreviated version of PE), & CBT for Insomnia. My approach is grounded in cognitive-behavioral therapy but also integrates insight-oriented, interpersonal, and existential approaches when relevant in order to meet each client's unique needs. Clients often tell me they feel understood, supported, and challenged in ways that help them grow. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next steps, I offer a compassionate, thoughtful space to explore and move forward with intention and clarity.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
Authenticity, humor, social justice, and reliance on science are central to both who I am and how I practice. I believe therapy should be a space where people feel free to show up fully - without judgment, pressure to conform, or fear of being misunderstood. I'm passionate about LGBTQIA+ individuals, women's autonomy, Veteran's mental health, and those navigating life as atheist, agnostic, or secular in a sociopolitical environment that has increasingly been shaped by conservative religious values. While I affirm and advocate for marginalized voices, I also strive to be respectful of spiritual diversity. I value open dialogue, personal integrity, and meeting people where they are. I believe therapy can be deep and transformative -- and still involve laughter, eye-rolls at life's absurdities, and a well-placed curse word or two. My goal is to help clients feel seen, safe, understood, and empowered to create lives that reflect their truest selves.