Therapist with over 20 years of experience working with youth, young adults, adults, couples, parents and families of all backgrounds. I am the parent to an adult transgender son and have been working with the LGBTQIA+ community consistently for the past 10 years. I participate in trans affirming and neurodivergent affirming trainings regularly to keep my knowledge and skills up to date. I strive to create a comfortable and affirming space for all people and invite feedback at any time on this process.
I work with people who are trying to understand their identities and with loved ones who are learning how to support people through their coming out journey. I help educate parents and loved ones during times when the person does not have the energy to do the educating themselves. I write letters for my clients seeking gender affirming care when requested. My practice currently does not provide me with enough time to fit in writing letters for people who are not my on-going clients.
Most people I work with are seeking support with their anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, self acceptance, and with relationship dynamics. I utilize aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Mastery of Anxiety and Panic, Play Therapy, and The Nurtured Heart Approach. I do not dictate the focus of our work and I do not structure our sessions to fit a prescribed formula — I look to my clients for the pace and approach that feels best to them as they are living their day to day lives.