My therapeutic stance can be described as warm, nonjudgmental, collaborative, and genuine. I place high importance on building a strong relationship and creating a safe space in which we can address your needs. I also respect the level of difficulty and humility involved in seeking care, and aim to balance providing evidence-based treatments along with a deep understanding and validation of your experience.

How I make sense of one’s mental health is through bio-psycho-social and trauma-informed lenses. This means I value the interplay of genetics/biological predispositions, how your history/environment/culture shaped your beliefs and behaviors, and the impact of life stressors on your well-being. My goals as a therapist are to know you, help make sense of what you’re going through, relieve distress, and help you live a more content and values-driven life.

At my core, I am a cognitive-behavioral therapist and frequently integrate mindfulness, acceptance, and values-related interventions. I work through beliefs that may keep you stuck, and help you gradually face your fears.