My Approach to Therapy
You might be here because something isnt working even if you cant fully name what it is. Maybe you feel anxious, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that are painful but familiar. Youve probably been holding it together for a long time doing whats expected, showing up for others, managing the day-to-day. But inside, its exhausting. You might feel like youre unraveling, like something is missing, or like no one really sees what youre carrying. If any of this resonates, I want you to know: you're not alone, and you don't have to keep holding it all by yourself.
I work with adults, teens, and couples who are ready to explore whats underneath the surface. Many of the people I work with have lived through trauma, emotional neglect, or chronic stress and while theyve learned how to function, they dont always feel connected, safe, or whole. You might be navigating anxiety, relationship difficulties, burnout, self-doubt, or patterns that feel impossible to break. Im here to help you slow down, listen to yourself more deeply, and begin the process of healing from the inside out.
My approach to therapy is relational, trauma-informed, and grounded in compassion. Im not a therapist who sits back in silence. I show up as a real person present, engaged, and attuned to you. I bring warmth, curiosity, and deep respect for your story. We move at your pace. I dont believe in pushing or pathologizing. I believe in creating a space where all parts of you are welcome even the ones youve learned to hide, dismiss, or silence.
With adults, our work often focuses on healing attachment wounds, reducing anxiety, softening self-criticism, and building more authentic, connected relationships. I help you notice and shift patterns that were once protective but are no longer serving you. We look at how your past might be living in your present not to stay stuck there, but to understand how it shaped you and how you can move forward with more freedom and self-trust.
With teens, I create a calm, grounded space where they can begin to make sense of what theyre feeling and who theyre becoming. Many of the teens I work with feel deeply but dont always have the words. They might be navigating anxiety, identity questions, family dynamics, or emotional overwhelm. Therapy can be a place where they feel safe to be themselves, ask hard questions, and develop the tools to manage lifes complexities with more resilience.
For couples, I support both partners in slowing down reactive patterns, improving communication, and rebuilding emotional safety. Many of the couples I work with are dealing with the impact of past trauma, ruptures in trust, or a sense of emotional disconnection. Together, we create space for honest conversations, deeper understanding, and more meaningful connection even when its hard.
At the core of my philosophy is the belief that healing happens in safe, attuned relationship. I dont see you as a problem to be fixed I see you as a person worthy of care, curiosity, and compassion. Therapy is not about changing who you are its about reconnecting with yourself in a way that feels empowering and true.
I also understand that beginning therapy can feel vulnerable. You dont have to know exactly what you need or how to say it. You just have to be willing to show up and Ill meet you there.
Therapy with me is a space where you can breathe. Where you dont have to minimize your experience or pretend to have it all together. Where you can explore your past without getting stuck in it, and imagine a future that feels more aligned, grounded, and real.
If you're ready for therapy that goes beyond coping therapy that helps you feel more like yourself I invite you to reach out. Lets talk about what youre hoping for and see if working together feels like the right fit. You deserve support that honors your story and helps you move forward. Id be honored to walk with you.
My Practice & Services
My practice is rooted in creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive space where healing can happen at your own pace. I believe therapy is a deeply personal journey, and Im committed to meeting you where you are whether youre just beginning to explore therapy or have been on this path for some time.
I offer both in-person sessions at my office in San Franciscos Castro District and virtual sessions for clients across California, making it easier to access care no matter where you are.
Beyond individual, teen, and couples therapy, I occasionally offer group therapy sessions and workshops focused on topics such as anxiety management, building self-compassion, and healing from trauma. These groups provide a unique opportunity to connect with others who share similar experiences in a supportive, structured setting. If youre interested in learning more about upcoming groups or workshops, feel free to ask.
I also believe in collaboration and often work alongside other holistic practitioners, such as yoga therapists and bodyworkers, to support healing on multiple levels.
My practice is LGBTQIA+ affirming, trauma-informed, and respectful of neurodiversity. Creating a space where all clients feel valued and understood is a priority.
If you have questions about how therapy works, session structure, fees, or scheduling, Im happy to provide clear information so you can feel confident about taking the next step.
I look forward to supporting you on your healing journey.
How My Own Struggles Made Me a Better Therapist
Before I was a therapist, I was a seeker?someone moving through my own questions about pain, resilience, connection, and what it truly means to feel whole. I didn?t wake up one day with all the answers. I lived through the questions. I?ve known what it feels like to carry stories that haven?t been witnessed, to long for spaces where I could show up fully, and to crave a life where healing felt possible?not just for others, but for myself, too.
These experiences didn?t break me?they shaped me. They deepened my empathy, sharpened my intuition, and gave me the fierce belief that no one is beyond healing. It?s this lived perspective that brought me to the field of clinical social work, and it?s what continues to fuel my passion for this work every single day.
After earning my Master?s in Social Work and becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I dedicated my practice to working with individuals and couples navigating trauma, life transitions, identity exploration, and relationship dynamics. But I don?t see therapy as ?fixing? people. That word doesn?t sit right with me?because you?re not broken. You?re surviving, adapting, coping, and often doing the very best you can with what you?ve been given.
To me, therapy is a collaborative space where we explore not just what happened to you, but how it lives in your body, your relationships, your thoughts, and your sense of self. It?s not about pushing you into a mold or telling you who you should be. It?s about helping you reconnect with your truth, at your own pace, in a space where you feel safe, affirmed, and seen.
Healing is never linear. It?s not quick. It?s not clean. But it is sacred. And I?m here to walk beside you?not as an expert who has it all figured out, but as a grounded, compassionate guide who will meet you exactly where you are.
You deserve a space where you can bring your whole self?your pain, your joy, your questions, your contradictions?and be met with curiosity, care, and respect. That?s the space I strive to hold.
