Life involves many challenges that lead to feelings of hopelessness, sadness, worry and despair.  The good news is there is hope for change and a new tomorrow.  I offer therapy for adolescents, adults, couples and families.  I am confident that I can help you with any current concerns that you may have in a compassionate and supportive environment.  Together, we will identify your unique strengths and abilities that will become the tools to create change in your life.  I strive to create a safe, comfortable and judgment free climate for all clients.

I recognize the unique challenges and/or stresses of having a marginalized or discriminated against identity and am committed to creating an inclusive environment and working effectively across difference.  

Relationships bring both great joy and great challenges to our daily lives.  I strongly believe that all people are capable of creating and maintaining fulfilling relationships in their lives.  I can work with you to improve interpersonal effectiveness and increase satisfaction in your relationship with your partner and family members.

Many couples experience times of feeling hopeless or desperate for change.  There are various reasons why couples seek therapy, some of which may include improved communication, increased connection, unresolved conflict, infidelity or overall relationship satisfaction.  I work with relationships of all types and approach therapy as a collaboration between the therapist and the couple.  I provide a safe environment where each partner is treated with empathy and respect and hold the relationship as the center of my work.  Partners can each expect an opportunity to be heard and understood, while challenged to explore a new and different way of being with one another.  Although couples may struggle with similar concerns, each individual and each couple is unique and I tailor interventions to fit each client's needs.  

The first steps toward change and growth can be difficult, but you can take control of your feelings and your future. Together we can create a plan that can bring closure to the pain of your past and help you reach your personal, relational and professional goals.

My Specialization Areas

Relationships:  Communication, decreasing conflict, infidelity, relationship enhancement and satisfaction.

Individual Teens and Adults:  Tackling all the challenges of life for adolescents and adults of all ages; including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, body image issues, life transitions, grief, personal empowerment, substance abuse and other stressors.

Compassion Fatigue:  Balancing wellness and self-care in high stress, high fidelity careers such as education, health care, public safety and emergency medical services.  

Identity:  Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer; including identity concerns, healing from bias and discrimination, coming out and other challenges unique to the LGBTQIA+ community.