my approach in session
I don’t believe therapy is about “fixing” anyone. I see it as a sacred process of exploring and tending to your inner world. My approach is relational, warm and interactive. I strive to practice from an anti-oppressive lens, attending to how systems of power shape our lives and wounds.
We will explore the patterns that shape your life, where they began, how they have served you, and what might be holding you back now. We’ll also work with the different parts of you, including the ones that step in to protect you, even when it means silencing yourself or staying small. We’ll care for the parts that carry unmet needs, grief, or the weight of what you’ve been through. And we’ll connect with the parts that dream of something more, holding your deepest hopes and longings.
In our work together, I’ll support you in reconnecting with your inner wisdom and building deeper trust in yourself and your relationships. As we do this work, we may also build a self-soothing toolbox to help you manage distress in a way that feels supportive.
Whether you are seeking individual or relationship therapy, my hope is to offer a space where you can move toward deeper self-understanding, self-love, fulfilling relationships, and greater ease in who you are. Below, you’ll find a breakdown of the key approaches I use in therapy. Think of these as the building blocks of our work together.
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Internal Family Systems
I help you connect with your internal system, your protectors, exiles, and core Self, with compassion. Every part has a story to tell, and none are inherently bad.
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Attachment
Early relationships shape how we connect (or protect) in the present. By understanding your attachment patterns, we create space for new ways of being. Both with yourself and others.
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Client-centered
You are the expert on your experience. My role is to walk with you as you explore your inner world and grow into a life that feels more like your own.