Everyone has early life experiences that shape who we become and how we feel about ourselves. For many of us in the LGBTQ+ community, growing up can come with an extra layer of feeling different, misunderstood, or like we had to perform to be accepted. Over time, those early experiences can turn into a harsh inner critic, leaving you to deal with imposter syndrome, self-doubt, anxiety, and hidden strains in your relationships.

To manage it all and build the successful lives we want, we develop coping strategies. But sometimes, the habits that helped you get through difficult times in the past can become the very things holding you back today. In my practice, I often see these patterns show up as:
Using alcohol to turn down the volume on a loud inner critic, ease social anxiety, or escape the daily pressure to have it all together.
Living constantly in “overdrive,” using perfectionism and career over-achievement to feel like you are enough.
People-pleasing and over-extending yourself, putting everyone else’s comfort and needs ahead of your own healthy boundaries.
In my 20 years of experience, I have come to believe that real growth isn’t just about stopping an unhealthy habit; it’s about understanding why it’s there in the first place. Therapy is a space where we can safely explore where these automatic thoughts, feelings, and patterns come from.

Together, we will unpack those past experiences in a warm, completely non-judgmental atmosphere. By shedding the coping skills that no longer serve you, you can finally uncover a version of yourself that feels emotionally secure, genuinely happy, and a whole lot lighter.
I specialize in helping LGBTQ+ individuals find their authentic emotional voice, reclaim their internal strength, and build core resilience. True healing means moving beyond just “getting by”—it means setting healthy boundaries, untangling the intersectional triggers of alcohol use, and actively prioritizing your happiness.

Thriving and becoming genuinely happier are often overlooked goals in traditional care. As an independent practice, you and I retain absolute freedom and complete discretion to determine your goals, structure your care, and map out your recovery on your own terms.
When life transitions and relationship chaos overlap, trying to figure it out alone can feel completely overwhelming. You don’t have to sort through the confusion in isolation. I provide a highly validating, deeply informed, and non-judgmental space designed for high-functioning individuals who are ready to face what’s getting in the way.

Let’s work together to dismantle the old coping mechanisms that no longer serve you, so you can step into a life of genuine emotional security, alcohol free clarity, and relational health.