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About My Clients
I work with clients who are thoughtful, sensitive, and often carrying more than they let others see. Many come to me navigating relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, anxiety, identity exploration, intimacy and sexual concerns, trauma, or the sense that they’ve outgrown old patterns but aren’t sure how to step into something new. My clients tend to be reflective and curious—they want a therapist who can meet them with warmth, depth, and collaborative energy.
My Background and Approach
I am a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist with advanced training in Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), trauma-informed care, evidence-based modalities, and sex therapy. My approach is grounded, collaborative, and integrative. I draw from AEDP, psychodynamic therapy, somatic awareness, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and solutions-focused strategies to help clients identify core patterns, increase emotional regulation, and move toward meaningful, sustainable change. I work to create a clear, structured, and supportive therapeutic space where clients can deepen insight, strengthen resilience, and develop practical tools to improve their relationships and overall well-being.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I believe we all have an inherent capacity to heal, grow, and thrive—and that therapy works best when it’s both collaborative and real. I’m not shy about being direct, engaged, and personal when it serves the work. My multicultural background shapes how I understand identity, relationships, and the many ways people make meaning in their lives. I don’t see healing as a one-size-fits-all blueprint. Each person arrives with their own history, strengths, and way of moving through the world. When we dig deep with care, curiosity, and compassion, we uncover resilience, clarity, and the ability to create the life we want. My approach is also informed by neuroscience and the principles of neuroplasticity—our brain’s capacity to change—which reminds me daily that transformation is always possible.