Our earliest relationships shape the ways we understand ourselves, connect with others, and respond to life's challenges. While these patterns often serve an important purpose, they can also contribute to difficulties in relationships, emotional regulation, self-esteem, and overall well-being.

I specialize in helping individuals better understand their attachment patterns and personality functioning—the enduring ways we think, feel, relate to others, and navigate the world. Together, we work to identify longstanding patterns that may no longer be serving you, strengthen your capacity for healthy relationships, and develop greater flexibility, resilience, and self-understanding. My goal is not to change who you are, but to help you better understand yourself so that you can live in a way that feels more authentic and fulfilling.

Trauma and shame often leave lasting impressions that extend far beyond the original experience. They can shape the way we see ourselves, influence our relationships, and make it difficult to feel safe, connected, or worthy. Whether trauma stems from a single event or repeated experiences over time, its effects can persist long after the danger has passed.

My approach to trauma is compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed. Together, we work to understand how past experiences continue to influence your present, while developing new ways of relating to yourself and others with greater curiosity, self-compassion, and resilience. Rather than simply reducing symptoms, therapy aims to foster a deeper understanding of your experiences so that shame loses its grip and healing becomes possible.

Religion and spirituality can be powerful sources of meaning, purpose, community, and resilience. At the same time, they can also complicate psychological well-being, particularly when beliefs, relationships, or life experiences create tension, doubt, or shame. I believe these experiences deserve thoughtful exploration rather than simple assumptions or easy answers.

I specialize in helping individuals navigate the complex relationship between faith, spirituality, and mental health. Whether you are seeking to reevaluate long-held beliefs, heal from religious hurt, or reconcile aspects of your identity with your spiritual life, therapy provides a space to explore these questions with curiosity, compassion, and respect. My goal is not to lead you toward or away from any particular belief system, but to help you better understand your experiences and make choices that are authentic to your values and well-being.

Exploring and understanding your gender identity or sexual orientation can be a deeply meaningful—and sometimes challenging—part of life. Whether you are questioning, coming out, navigating relationships, or seeking greater self-understanding, therapy can provide a space where you are met with respect, curiosity, and affirmation. I am committed to creating an environment where clients feel safe to explore their identities without fear of judgment.

I have specialized expertise in working with LGBTQ+ adolescents and adults across a wide range of experiences, including identity development, coming out, relationship concerns, minority stress, and the impact of discrimination and stigma. My approach is collaborative, affirming, and tailored to each person's unique experiences and goals.

A particular area of focus in my work is supporting individuals whose gender or sexuality exists alongside deeply held religious or spiritual beliefs. For many people, these parts of themselves feel interconnected; for others, they can feel painfully at odds. Together, we can thoughtfully explore the ways faith, family, culture, and identity intersect, making space for grief, uncertainty, and healing while working toward a life that feels authentic, integrated, and grounded in your own values.