One of the questions I'm asked most often is, "What kind of therapist are you?"
The honest answer? I don't believe people fit neatly into one box, so I don't think therapy should either.
Every person who walks through my door brings a different story, different strengths, different challenges, and different goals. My job isn't to fit you into a therapy model. It's to understand what you need, meet you where you are, and use the tools that will serve you best.
If you've ever wondered what all those therapy buzzwords actually mean, you're in the right place…
How I Work
Sometimes therapy starts with questions like......
Why do I keep thinking this way? Why do I feel so overwhelmed? Why do I keep ending up in the same patterns?
You don't have to learn a bunch of therapy buzzwords for therapy to actually help. If you're curious about what's happening behind the scenes, here's a little peek into how I tend to think about the work we do together.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Our thoughts have a powerful influence on how we feel and how we respond to life's challenges. Sometimes our minds get stuck telling stories that aren't entirely true, even if they feel convincing.
Together, we'll learn to notice those patterns, gently challenge the ones that aren't serving you, and create space for thoughts that are more balanced, realistic, and compassionate.
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Emotions aren't something we need to fear or get rid of. They're messengers.
We'll work on understanding what your emotions are trying to tell you while also building practical skills to manage stress, navigate difficult moments, and respond thoughtfully instead of reacting on autopilot.
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Attachment Theory & Family Systems
Many of the ways we relate to ourselves and others were shaped long before we realized it. Our earliest relationships often influence how we communicate, handle conflict, trust others, and even the expectations we carry into adulthood.
Understanding those patterns isn't about blaming the past. It's about making sense of the present so you can move forward with greater awareness and freedom.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS-Informed)
Ever found yourself thinking...
"I know what I should do...so why can't I just do it?"
You're not alone.
We all have different parts of ourselves. Maybe one part wants to set a boundary while another feels guilty. One part wants to move on while another is scared to let go.
Instead of criticizing those parts or trying to silence them, we'll get curious about where they came from, what they need, and how they can begin working together instead of pulling you in opposite directions.
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Narrative Therapy
Every person has a story.
Sometimes painful experiences begin to write the narrative for us, leaving us believing things about ourselves that were never meant to define us.
Therapy creates space to step back, explore the bigger picture, and begin writing the next chapter with greater intention.
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Mindfulness & Self-Compassion
One of my favorite questions is:
"What if we got curious instead of critical?"
Instead of judging every thought, emotion, or mistake, we'll practice slowing down long enough to notice what's happening with compassion. Often, healing begins when we stop fighting ourselves and start listening.
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Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Life doesn't become meaningful because everything goes according to plan.
Together, we'll identify what matters most to you and learn how to move toward that life, even when fear, uncertainty, or difficult emotions try to convince you to stay stuck.
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Trauma-Informed Therapy
Sometimes life changes us in ways we never expected. Whether you've experienced a significant loss, trauma, betrayal, or something that's simply left a lasting mark, healing doesn't usually happen by pretending it never happened or by "just moving on."
A trauma-informed approach recognizes how those experiences can continue to affect your thoughts, emotions, relationships, and even your nervous system long after the event itself.
Together, we'll make sense of how your experiences have shaped you, honor the ways you've learned to survive, and begin moving toward healing at a pace that feels safe. My goal isn't to erase your story. It's to help you carry it differently.