As a therapist, I seek to understand you and your unique situation with a naturally accepting attitude. I strive to meet you where you are. Whether you are new to therapy or have done this before, I listen respectfully and non-judgmentally. Though I have a lot of clinical experience, I am committed to seeing you and hearing your story from an open-minded perspective – allowing you to be the expert in your life and what you need. I can offer insights and skills from a variety of therapeutic approaches (including cognitive/behavioral, attachment-based, emotion-focused and mindfulness), but I ultimately strive to guide and support you in the direction you wish to take in life. I am also committed to taking your feedback about your experience in therapy, and whether you are finding the process helpful. I strive to be flexible in hearing you and honoring your experience and intuition as we work together collaboratively. Though we will likely be talking about problems and struggles, I will also bring a positive and hopeful style. I am very interested in helping you identify what is sustaining and new in your life as you face challenges, what you can enjoy about the present moment, and what you look forward to in the future. I enjoy working with individuals, youth and families from all walks of life and I welcome you to consider my practice even if you think we do not come from similar backgrounds, or if you think I do not have knowledge about a unique aspect of your life. I am an LGBTQA affirming therapist. I am open towards people’s similarities and differences, and strive to make my office a welcoming and inclusive place for people.

PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS

Clinical Fellow, American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)

Approved Supervisor, American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy

Washington State Approved Supervisor

Child Mental Health Specialist, Washington state

International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Certified EFT Therapist

Seattle Community for Emotionally Focused Therapy, member

PREPARE/ENRICH Facilitator