More About Me
My path to becoming a therapist evolved gradually, and looking back, it makes a lot of sense. I’ve always been interested in people, relationships, and what makes us who we are. Over time, that curiosity became a desire to do work that felt meaningful and allowed me to connect with people in a deeper way. This work has also taught me that clinical training is only one part of what we bring into the room. Life experience matters. Curiosity matters. Being able to sit with another person, listen closely, and be genuinely present matters.
A Little More Personally
Outside of therapy, I value creativity, music, nature and its ecosystems, and movement. I’ve always been drawn to the way these things intersect, whether through the body, the rhythm of music, or time spent in nature. Each gives me a different way of being present, expressing myself, and connecting with the world around me, almost as an extension of communication beyond words. Together, they help me feel grounded and more centered. In that sense, they are part of what makes me feel whole. That carries into my work as a therapist, helping me stay open, curious, and connected to the person in front of me.
What Matters to Me as a Therapist
I want clients to feel that therapy is a place where they can be real. There can be difficult conversations, insight, uncertainty, humor, and moments when something suddenly becomes clearer. I don’t expect anyone to arrive knowing exactly what they need or where the work will lead. Sometimes the most important place to begin is simply with what is happening now.
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