People seek individual therapy for a wide range of reasons, both related to mental health and personal growth. I am trained in EMDR and IFS, and utilize these modalities to help reduce the intensity of traumatic memories. I provide affirming, inclusive care for clients with diverse and minority identities, including LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent folx.

Life challenges: grief, divorce, job loss, or chronic illness.

Relationship issues: improve communication skills, set boundaries, and develop healthier relationship patterns.

Stress management: develop coping mechanisms for dealing with stress in a healthy way.

Personal growth: improve their self-awareness, build self-esteem, and achieve their goals.

The focus of couples therapy is helping couples improve their communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen their relationship.

Communication problems: identify unhealthy communication patterns and develop better ways to be understood.

Conflict resolution: tools and strategies for couples to resolve conflict in a constructive way.

Considering separation or divorce: explore the decision to stay together or not

External stressors: explore the impact of financial problems, infidelity, or the death of a loved one.

Strengthening the relationship: Even couples who are in a good place can benefit from couples therapy to build a stronger and more fulfilling relationship.

I am certified by AASECT, the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists. Sex therapy can include support for:

Sexual Dysfunction: This could be anything from difficulty achieving or maintaining arousal (erectile dysfunction, low libido) to pain during sex.

Communication Issues: Sex therapists can help couples improve communication around sex, leading to more satisfying intimacy.

Life Changes: Events like childbirth, illness, or aging can impact sexual desire and function. Sex therapy can help couples navigate these changes.

Sexual Trauma: Sex therapists can provide support and guidance to people who have experienced sexual assault or abuse.

Sexual Orientation & Identity: Therapists can help individuals explore their sexual orientation and gender identity, and address any related anxieties or concerns.

Body Image: Negative body image can affect a person's sexual confidence. Sex therapy can help individuals develop a more positive body image.

I am proud to reduce barriers and minimize gatekeeping for people requiring support for gender affirming procedures. I am appropriately qualified to perform preoperative evaluations in accordance with the criteria described in the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) Standards of Care 8th Version (SOC8). I offer reduced rate sessions to information gather and write letters of support.

As an LCSW, I can provide clinical supervision for those earning hours towards licnesure.

I am available for case consultation regarding a range of presenting issue