I love what I do.

I believe in our ability
to overcome anything.

Compassion

We heal in connection.  I believe in people’s ability to overcome many things.  We have a tendency to become stronger when we feel safe.  I’m talking about being able to look at feelings, thoughts, and behaviors without worrying about judgment.  Looking at yourself with curiosity is highly healthy.  Most of the time, we will find reasons why you feel stuck in whatever is causing you pain.  This is how millions and I have changed and become more.

Collaboration

I see myself as a navigator. You are the captain. You decide where you want to go. I may have a few good maps to help you get there. It's your boat. You decide how fast or slow. Let me help you build a sturdy ship. So that no matter what stormy seas you find yourself in, you know how to rely on the resources within you. And how to keep those resources strong and accessible. You don't have to do it alone. I'll walk with you.

Confidentiality

Everything you share is absolutely confidential. I am legally and ethically bound to protect your personal information. I believe everyone has a right to privacy and boundaries. I will uphold those rights to privacy with the utmost fidelity and integrity. It is of the upmost importance to feel safe when working through deep material.

I Understand

One of the most rewarding things about what I do is that I get to work with the courageous ones. People who come to counseling are courageous enough to share their darkness and look at themselves in the mirror. That’s extremely brave! Being emotionally vulnerable is the one of the greatest measures of courage in a person. We all desire connection. We feel alive in connection. It is also one of the most complex and confusing aspects of our life.

I Listen

One of the most interesting things about us as humans is that we learn more about ourselves when we connect with someone else. I have a gift for questions that open people up to where their true directions are. The more we are self aware the more powerful and graceful we get to be in this life. Peace and feeling alive is truly within our circle of influence. It takes practice, but it's worth it and rewarding along the way as well.

MY PASSION

Why I do what I do?

I don't want anyone to feel like they're alone. I believe there's always an answer, a way. In my life, when I am struggling I like to work things out with people who accept me. Who can offer new perspectives. We are so much more together than we are apart. And I genuinely care about all of us. I have had depression. I've had PTSD, anxiety, shame, loss, trauma.

Counseling has helped me through it all.

I feel called to make this world a better place and I want to do it one relationship at a time. Powerful emotion does not overwhelm me. I feel more honored than ever when people trust me with their struggles and embarrassments. Their sources of shame and their fears. I believe there is always a way through.

I have the honor of seeing people become so much more as a result of therapy.