My Approach

  • I work from an integrative approach, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and psychodynamic theory. Some people benefit from concrete, skill-heavy work: identifying patterns, building tools, and practicing them between sessions. Others prefer a slower, more reflective process that makes room to explore where those patterns come from. Most people land somewhere in between, and we'll figure out what works best for you together.

    For specific concerns, I also draw from targeted, evidence-based protocols:

    • CBT for sexual dysfunction

    • Behavioral activation for mood disorders

    • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for anxiety disorders

    • Prolonged Exposure (PE), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Written Exposure Therapy for trauma-related disorders

    • Executive functioning skill-building for ADHD

  • I work with couples who want to understand each other better, move through conflict differently, or navigate a shared challenge (health diagnosis, major transitions, affairs). The same principles that I use in therapy with individuals guide this work: I'm direct about what I see happening in the room, and I tailor the pace and structure to what your relationship needs. Some couples and families want a space to talk things through with guidance; others want more active coaching and skills-building between sessions. We'll talk early on about what's going to serve you best, and who's included in the room.

    In this work, I draw from the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): approaches grounded in research on what actually helps couples build trust, repair conflict, and stay connected. In practice, that means we'll look closely at the patterns that tend to trip you up, and work on both the emotional bond underneath them and the concrete skills for handling them differently.

  • I work with teens navigating anxiety, mood changes, school-related stress, big life transitions, and the emotional side of managing a health condition. Teens often need a different kind of support than adults do. Sessions are collaborative and age-appropriate.

    I draw primarily from cognitive behavioral techniques with this age group. We work to understand the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behavior, and facilitate building concrete skills for managing anxiety, big emotions, or difficult situations. I keep the work as concrete and engaging as it needs to be for a younger client, which at times includes play therapy. For parents, I provide parent management (PMT) strategies for ADHD, anxiety, OCD or other emotional and behavioral concerns.

  • I have expertise in working with gender diverse and transgender youth and adults exploring their gender identity, considering their medical options, and figuring out what feels most authentic to them.

    For minors, families are a core part of this work. I partner closely with parents and caregivers to make sure the whole family has access to accurate, evidence-based information about gender-affirming care options, so families can make informed decisions together and support their loved one with confidence. My goal is for every member of the family to feel heard, informed, and equipped with accurate information.

    I also provide psychological assessments for letters of support for gender-affirming medical care, consistent with WPATH (World Professional Association for Transgender Health) Standards of Care.

  • As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, I also work with adults and couples on concerns related to sex and intimacy. This might look like mismatched desire between partners, difficulty with intimacy or connection, changes in your sexual relationship after a major life event, or wanting to rekindle a long-term relationship that's lost some of its spark. These are common concerns, not signs that something is fundamentally wrong with you or your relationship, and they're often more workable than people expect once we can talk about them directly.