I believe some of the most meaningful change happens when we have a space where we can show up as we are and feel truly seen and heard. I also know what it is like to sit in the other chair and experience therapy from the other side. That perspective has shaped the kind of therapist I strive to be: someone who helps people feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood. I believe each person holds an inner wisdom and capacity for healing, and I want to help clients reconnect with that part of themselves and build a life that feels authentic to their values, needs, and hopes for the future.

I especially enjoy working with individuals navigating trauma and PTSD, sexual abuse, substance use and recovery, anxiety, depression, codependency, and LGBTQ+ concerns. I am also passionate about working with couples experiencing conflict, communication difficulties, emotional disconnection, trust concerns, or recurring relationship patterns. In my work with couples, I draw from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Method to help partners better understand the patterns beneath their conflicts, strengthen communication, deepen emotional connection, and develop healthier ways of responding to one another.

My overall approach is person-centered and relational, and I believe the relationship we build together is an important part of the healing process. I integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and somatic regulation, adapting therapy to the individual rather than expecting the individual to fit a particular approach.

I earned my Master’s degree in Social Work from Loyola University Chicago and have experience providing individual, couples, family, and group therapy. A significant part of my clinical experience has been working in Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) levels of care, supporting individuals navigating substance use and co- occurring mental health concerns. This work has given me experience supporting people at different stages of recovery while addressing the anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions that can exist alongside substance use. These experiences have reinforced my belief that meaningful recovery involves understanding the whole person—not simply treating a diagnosis or a set of symptoms.

Outside of the therapy room, I love spending time outdoors, whether I’m canoeing, hiking, or hanging out with my yellow Labrador, Willow. I also appreciate the quieter moments in life and love a slow morning to recharge or simply sitting in the sun with an iced tea. I bring that same appreciation for slowing down, being present, and finding connection into my work as a therapist. Above all, I strive to create a space where you don’t have to perform or have everything figured out—you can simply show up as you are, feel heard, and begin working toward a life that feels more connected, meaningful, and authentically yours.