How I work & What to Expect
How I work
I provide relational (or relationship-focused) therapy to individuals and couples. I provide my clients with a warm and safe space where they can explore who they are, why they are, and what is in the way of their thriving in their relationships with themselves and others.
I am grounded in the belief that our relationships are our world and that healthy, secure relationships are crucial for our well-being and flourishing. My approach is eclectic, though you will find that I orient from mindfulness, psychodynamic, and attachment-based perspectives if you work with me. I will invite you to go inside and suggest that you notice your experience as it unfolds in our session: your body, thoughts, and emotions. I also work relationally, meaning that I will collaborate with you as a fellow human, not as a "blank-slate" because I believe that our relationship can be a template for your future relationships.
I cannot say exactly where our journey will lead, but I can promise you that I will be by your side every step of the way. Self-work can at times feel like hard work, so I strive to bring humor, lightness and play into our sessions, too.
Congratulate yourself for getting this far. It takes a lot to reach out for help, and your willingness to seek out support is a sign that positive changes are possible. I look forward to working with you.
*I am a trauma-informed, sex-positive, and culturally competent provider. I welcome folks who may otherwise feel unwelcome in treatment spaces. I offer inclusive services for individuals of all ethnic, racial, gender identities, and sexual orientations.
What to Expect
What you can expect from me
I aim to meet you where you're at, so therapy with each patient looks different depending on their unique needs and goals. But no matter what our goals are, you can expect that I will fight for you and meet you with compassion. That might look like me holding you accountable, challenging you, laughing with you, or even being in silence with you. I strive to be an open book as long as it serves you, so I encourage you to share your questions, expressions, and experiences with me throughout our work together.
What I expect from you
If you choose to work with me, it is my assumption that you are agreeing to:
1) show up as yourself and with a willingness to look within
2) be open to challenging the status quo of your thoughts
3) be dedicated to understanding the impact of your behaviors and actions on your partner and others in your life
4) that you are committed to your growth
Ways We Might Work Together
Weekly Therapy (online)
I am sure, at this point, you have experienced an online meeting or two. I see patients online for all weekly scheduled sessions and follow-ups lasting 2 hours or less. This means you will meet with me from the comfort of your home. No commute, no finding parking, no waiting room. But it also means that you will need to come prepared with a few necessities:
- A private and secure space
- A computer, mic, and preferably headphones
- A strong Wi-Fi connection
Focused Sessions and Relationship Intensives (both in-person and online)
Depending on your needs, I might suggest that we have a focused 2 to 4-hour session or even a relationship intensive focused on building a specific skill or intended to give you the immersive and transformational experience that you really need to gain traction in your relationship. You can expect to be fully immersed without distraction in your own tailor-made therapy mini-retreat. Please bring comfortable clothing, any beverages or snacks needed to help you feel comfortable and motivated, and an open mind.
Sessions lasting 4 hours or more are offered in person.