I primarily use relational approaches which emphasize the critical role of human bonds in mental health. Together, we explore the important relationships that have shaped who you are and how you connect with others.
We regard the therapy relationship with a spirit of curiosity, and examine how patterns that emerge in-session may also be present in other important relationships. To the extent that these patterns lead to disconnection, we consider and experiment with alternative ways of relating that lead to more fulfilling bonds.
I also use interventions from a variety of mindfulness-based cognitive-behavioral modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in adult psychotherapy and psychological testing. Throughout my training, I have worked in hospital, community mental health, college counseling, and private practice settings. I love learning and take continuing education seriously by regularly attending seminars, consulting, and reading current research. My special clinical interests include self-compassion and psychedelic integration therapy.
Contact me for a complimentary consult call and start your journey of courageous self-exploration.
My rates are available upon request.
I do not participate in any insurance plans and will be considered by all plans to be an “out-of-network provider”.
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In the first stage of our therapy together, we will spend a few sessions doing a thorough clinical interview to get a better sense of what you need help with. Throughout this evaluation process, we will work together to clarify your goals for therapy, and discuss the roadmap for reaching them.
Empathy is a key ingredient of healing and growth, and I strive to deeply understand my clients and help them develop understanding and kindness toward themselves. But good therapy is also lively, playful, and challenging. Our work will involve courageous self-exploration and trying out new behaviors.
We will work to understand how sociocultural factors have shaped you as we develop a deep appreciation for who you are as a person in your environment. I don’t shy away from frank conversations about how differences in our identities and cultural backgrounds inform our therapeutic relationship.
Research shows that the most effective therapists are the ones who are in regular communication with their clients about how therapy is going, and who take their clients’ feedback seriously. Beginning in the early stages of our work together, I invite you to tell me how we are doing in addressing your concerns. When challenges arise in our work (as they do in most therapies), we will work through them together.
