Before I became a therapist, I worked in direct care with children and adults who had significant mental and physical disabilities. It was hands-on, deeply human work, and it taught me early on that showing up with patience, compassion, and presence can make a real difference. I didn’t always know I’d become a therapist, but I’ve always been drawn to roles that allow me to help people find their strength, even when they can’t see it yet.

After earning my bachelor’s degree in Psychology and English, I took some time off and focused on my own healing. I had been through a lot, and was in therapy myself during that time, and something clicked: therapy wasn’t about fixing people. It was about helping them feel seen, understood, and supported in finding their own way forward. That idea stayed with me.

When I returned to graduate school, I knew I wanted to be the kind of therapist who keeps it real. Someone who listens without judgment, skips the clinical jargon, and creates a space where clients can speak freely and actually feel heard. I don’t believe healing follows a script. I do believe that with the right support, people can reconnect with parts of themselves they’ve had to shut down just to survive and start building a life that feels more aligned and sustainable.

Today, my work centers around supporting women and teens and also with LGBTQIA+ clients, particularly lesbian, bi, queer, and trans women, who are seeking a space that’s affirming, informed, and down to earth. I bring my full presence to this work, and a deep respect for each person’s path, pace, and truth.