Nice to meet you.
Hi — glad you're here. I hope this gives you a sense of what working together might look like.
For the past twenty-five years, a significant part of my work has been sitting with people through their hardest moments — first as a social worker, then in various mental health settings alongside therapists, psychiatrists, crisis clinicians, and nurses, and now as a therapist in private practice. It's in my nature to keep learning, and that curiosity is put to good use in my work with people.
Outside of work I enjoy time with family, dogs, good books, my fair share of streaming services, and getting outside when I can. (The topo map in the background is of one of my favorite areas in the Trinity Mountains.)
My goal is to help people find some relief from the cycle of difficult thoughts and emotions that they can't seem to shake. I believe pain can be a catalyst. It often points toward something that is important.
People are remarkably specific in their struggles and strengths — the exact way someone shuts down, springs into action, or just endures is worth paying close attention to.
I have a "come as you are" mentality when it comes to sessions. Tired, grumpy, not sure what you want to say, or showing up with a set agenda — all of that is great. I don't want anyone to feel like they have to perform.
Our work together can be structured and methodical, creative and intuitive, or a mix of both.
Some of the people I've worked with I've known for years. Others I sat with for only a few hours — in a hospital, a crisis unit, a difficult moment. Each one distinct. That range is the foundation for how I listen and what I notice.
If something here resonates, I'd love to hear from you.
