My Approach

My work with clients is person-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed. My style is warm, genuine, and direct. I often use humor with my clients, when appropriate, because laughter can be a very powerful tool and often helps foster a sense of trust and alliance.

I use an integrated approach to meet the unique needs of each client. I’m trained in the following evidence-based practices, and incorporate them into my work with clients:

  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Inference-based CBT

  • Trauma-Focused CBT

  • Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT)

  • Motivational Interviewing

Mindfulness and self-compassion are also integral components of my work, across all presenting issues.

My clinical approach is grounded in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), frameworks that offer both structure and flexibility. CBT helps us identify and shift the thought patterns and behaviors that may be holding you back. DBT builds on this foundation by providing practical, effective tools for regulating intense emotions, navigating interpersonal challenges, and coping with distress.

I deeply value the skills-based nature of DBT and have extensive experience teaching these strategies in both individual and group settings. I often tell my clients that we need more than just a hammer in our toolbox; what works in one moment might not be what you need in the next. Together, we will explore a variety of evidence-based tools, helping you build a personalized toolkit that supports you exactly where you are.