Let’s be real—life is hard sometimes. Or, let’s be really real: sometimes it’s hard all the time. If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Why is this happening to me? Is this normal? Should I feel this way? Will this ever get better?”—you’re not alone. Those questions come up a lot. And while I don’t have all the answers, I do have a safe space, practical tools, and a real-person approach to help you work through it.

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I show up to every session as me—not just a therapist with credentials (though I’ve got those too), but as a human being. I have a big personality, a soft spot for sarcasm, and yes, I’ve had my own struggles. I know how vulnerable it can be to reach out, and how life-changing it can be when you find someone who just gets it.

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When I was younger, therapy changed my life. I still remember my counselor Beth (and her dog Midori). I was in middle and high school, feeling rejected, invisible, and completely exhausted by it all. My confidence tanked. I refused going to school for weeks, turned to alcohol, and watched my GPA nosedive from a 3.5 to a 1.5 my senior year. But with the support of my mom and my therapist, I slowly climbed out of that hole—and that climb is a big reason why I do what I do today.

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Those hard years taught me how important it is to have support, community, hobbies, and goals. I’ve personally experienced depression and know what it means to rebuild self-worth from scratch. Now, I help others do the same.

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In therapy, I use a mix of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)—but I also bring a big dose of authenticity, humor, and compassion. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, substance use, or just feel like you’re falling apart trying to hold it all together, we’ll work through it—together.

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I’ve spent 15 years working in community mental health, hospitals, and residential treatment centers. I’ve been in leadership roles, case management, and now private practice. I also have a head full of referrals if you need psychiatry, group therapy, or higher levels of care—I’m happy to help you find the right fit.

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I offer a free 15-minute phone consult because finding the right therapist matters. If I’m not it, I’ll help you find someone who is.

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