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About My Clients
Whether you are an individual or part of a couple, you may feel overwhelmed by deep-seated shame, nervous system dysregulation, or a persistent difficulty trusting others. I work with those haunted by childhood trauma and sexual abuse who feel their past is constantly intruding on their present. My ideal clients are ready to address how these wounds impact their intimacy and connection. I provide a sex-positive, LGBTQ+ affirming space for all relationship structures, including polyamory.
My Background and Approach
With a degree from University at Buffalo and years of experience as a clinician and supervisor in community mental health, I bring a high level of clinical rigor to our work. I specialize in complex trauma and PTSD, utilizing an integrative approach that addresses both the brain and body. For five years, I’ve utilized EMDR to help clients process memories that feel "stuck." My toolkit includes Somatic Healing, Polyvagal Theory, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help you regulate your nervous system and resolve internal conflict. By Spring 2026, I will also offer Brainspotting. My background in DBT and substance use treatment ensures you have practical tools for daily stability, while my training in couples therapy allows me to support you through intimacy barriers and mismatched desire. The benefit to you is a tailored, evidence-based roadmap. You’ll gain more than just insight; you’ll gain a body that feels like home and the freedom to build a life dictated by your goals.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I believe therapy is a collaborative partnership, not a rigid hierarchy. My practice is built on the values of autonomy, social justice, and radical acceptance. I am an active LGBTQ+ ally and provide gender-affirming letter evaluations because I believe in reducing systemic barriers to authentic living. I stand for the belief that your "symptoms" are often brilliant survival strategies that are no longer serving you. I value a sex-positive, anti-oppressive framework where non-traditional relationship structures like polyamory and ethical non-monogamy are respected and understood. I believe that healing is a social act. My background in community mental health has shaped my view that our individual well-being is deeply tied to our environments. Whether I am advocating for survivors or supporting systemic change, I bring that same passion for justice into our sessions. I offer a space where you can be your full, unfiltered self, knowing your identity and values will always be honored.