Services
- Individual
About My Clients
Are feelings of irritability, worry, sadness, or isolation getting in your way of enjoying life? Are these feelings preventing you from being the parent you hoped you would be? Maybe how you were parented is influencing how you are parenting now and you seek to resolve these issues? Some issues I work with include POSTPARTUM mood changes, PREGNANCY and fertility, transition to PARENTHOOD, and ANXIETY.
My Background and Approach
I attended Boston College and earned my PhD in Counseling Psychology and MA in Mental Health Counseling. I am passionate about working with parents, especially those who are pregnant or postpartum with young children and babies. I have completed advanced training with Postpartum Support International. Many old relational patterns from our childhood resurface at this point in life. I help you learn to parent in the present rather than like your past. When parents feel well, they can help their children feel well. I love this work because when a parent makes progress in therapy, the entire family benefits. Central to working with me is authenticity. I strive to be transparent and hope you will feel comfortable talking to me like a friend while trusting that I have the expertise to guide you through this difficult life moment.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I believe in the healing power of authentic connection. As someone who was raised with many expectations and ideals, I appreciate how those societal pressures obscure our own vision of ourselves. I recognize the role of systemic oppression on individual mental health and passionately support racial and social justice. I am affirming of all identities and commit to helping you integrate your cultural backgrounds, identities, and values. On a personal note, I am a military spouse and mother of young children. I love outrigger paddling and crafting. Punkin, a registered therapy dog, is by my side for most sessions.