Clients tell me I’m warm, approachable, and direct—the kind of therapist who helps you feel both seen and steady. Many of the people I work with are deeply resourceful; they’ve already read the books, listened to the podcasts, and tried to “fix it” on their own. I use humor, practical wisdom, and real-life experience to make therapy feel like a genuine conversation, not another strategy to master. My aim is to create safety and trust so lasting change can take root.

For over 20 years, I’ve worked with teenagers, parents, and families in a variety of settings. Those experiences have given me not only professional insight but also a deep respect for the resilience people carry as they face hard things.

I’m also a mother of three, including through adoption, and I understand firsthand how complex and rewarding parenting can be. Like many of my clients, I’ve also been on the other side—as someone who’s needed support myself. These experiences shape the way I show up in the therapy room: with compassion, practicality, and the belief that no one should have to carry their struggles alone.

Clients often tell me that working with me feels more hopeful and grounded than therapy experiences in the past. They describe feeling deeply understood, supported, and able to connect with themselves in new, meaningful ways—changes that ripple outward into every part of their lives.