My Approach
Often, when coming to therapy, you are not feeling well or have a lot of questions such as “How can I feel better?” or “What can I do to get things to change?” The weight of these questions can loom large, making things feel too much.
I believe the answers to these questions arise when you delve into your own patterns and take a closer look at your internal emotional landscape. It's about really understanding yourself on a deeper level, and exploring your own emotional experiences from within. However, sitting with these emotions isn't always easy. That's why having someone alongside you, witnessing and holding those experiences with tenderness and grace, can pave the way for transformation.
In my therapeutic approach, I draw upon relational, body-centered, and trauma-informed frameworks. My style is characterized by warmth, directness, and collaboration. Whether you've been in therapy for years or if this is your first time, I wholeheartedly welcome you.
Together, we can work towards unraveling the impact of early experiences on your current circumstances, addressing present-day concerns, and developing effective tools for instigating change. I look forward to hearing from you and embarking on this journey together.
About Me
Growing up surrounded by books and spending countless hours in libraries, my fascination with stories developed at an early age. I’ve always loved hearing people talk about their lives or immersing myself in the tales of beloved characters within books. Over time, I started recognizing the profound connections between how we narrate our own stories and how we construct our identities. Our stories shape our perceptions and influence the ways we navigate the world.
Driven by this realization, I pursued a major in psychology and a minor in literature at Skidmore College. Following my undergraduate studies, I dedicated two years to working as a residential counselor in a psychiatric hospital just outside of Boston. It was during this period that I cemented my passion for assisting individuals grappling with mental health challenges. Witnessing the transformative power of human connection, targeted psychotherapeutic interventions, and compassion affirmed my commitment to this field.
Motivated by this experience, I embarked on my graduate studies at Smith College School for Social Work with a profound dedication to learning and growth. During my time at Smith, I had the opportunity to delve into psychodynamic and attachment theories, as well as other evidence-based practices, all through the lens of anti-racism and social justice.
While in my graduate program I first discovered life in Colorado and I was sold! After completing my degree, I made the decision to move to Colorado and began a post-master's fellowship at CU Boulder's Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS). It was during my time at CAPS that my passion for working with college and graduate students solidified. I then went on to serve as a Victims Advocate Counselor with the Office of Victim Assistance at CU Boulder for a few years before transitioning back to CAPS. I remain at CAPS serving as Group Coordinator, supporting their diverse and essential group therapy offerings. These paths on my journey have shaped my approach and inform my understanding of the complex factors that influence mental well-being. We all strive to better ourselves and do what makes sense given what we’ve been through or the models we had growing up. I am deeply committed to utilizing this knowledge to empower individuals on their path towards healing and transformation.