Psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families
In today’s world, health, wellness and happiness don’t just happen. Our social defaults are systems of dysfunction- be they capitalism, patriarchy, white supremacy, broken healthcare and food systems, our families of origin- and our minds and bodies feel it. If you feel like an outsider, black sheep or someone who doesn’t quite fit, you’re not alone. If you struggle with depression, anxiety, numbness, symptoms of trauma, overwhelm or reactivity without understanding why, where it comes from or how to manage it, you’re not alone. These patterns have roots in past experiences, the systems that formed you and how you learned to adapt. I aim to help clients make sense of these experiences, get grounded and reconnect with their needs and authentic selves- the selves that exist despite these oppressive systems. I do this work for myself and for the collective good.
As an LCSW, I use different tools from my education, trainings and life experiences to tailor support according to what my clients need. Feminism, queer/trans liberation and somatic connection are cornerstones of my approach to therapy.
I am inspired by underdogs, outcasts, weirdos and artists. I love people who figure out exactly who they are and do it on purpose (to quote the esteemed Dolly Parton), despite what the rest of the world may say about it. There is nothing cooler or more interesting, in my opinion. Getting closer to authenticity is what fuels me, and I'd be honored to help you find what that means for you.
"The doors to the world of the wild Self are few but precious. If you have a deep scar, that is a door, if you have an old, old story, that is a door. If you love the sky and the water so much you almost cannot bear it, that is a door. If you yearn for a deeper life, a full life, a sane life, that is a door."
--Clarissa Pinkola Estés, Ph.D., author of Women Who Run with the Wolves
Areas of specialization
LGBTQ+ identities and experiences
Gender-variant identities and experiences
PTSD and trauma survivors (incl. EMDR)
Animal-assisted therapy
Anxiety and panic disorders
Depression and mood disorders
Codependency recovery
Artists and creatives