Meet your therapist

🌿 What Is Psychodynamic Therapy?

Psychodynamic therapy is based on the idea that our past experiences—especially those from childhood—can shape the way we think, feel, and behave today. Often, we carry unconscious patterns, emotional wounds, or defense mechanisms that influence how we relate to ourselves and others, even if we're not fully aware of them.

In therapy, we gently explore these deeper layers of your inner world to better understand what's driving certain emotions, reactions, or relationship patterns. This isn’t about blaming the past, but about bringing hidden parts of your story into the light—so you can have more choice, freedom, and clarity in the present.

The therapeutic relationship itself is also an important part of the process. As trust builds, our conversations may reflect some of the emotional dynamics you experience outside of therapy. This can offer valuable insight and create powerful opportunities for healing and change.

Psychodynamic therapy can be especially helpful for people who want to explore deeper issues, long-standing patterns, or who feel stuck in ways that are hard to explain. Together, we work toward greater self-awareness, emotional insight, and a stronger sense of who you are.

🌿 What Is EMDR Therapy?

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a powerful, evidence-based therapy that helps people heal from trauma, distressing memories, or overwhelming life experiences. It’s especially helpful when painful events from the past still feel very present—showing up as anxiety, nightmares, flashbacks, or emotional triggers.

When something overwhelming happens, your brain doesn’t always get a chance to fully process it. The memory can get “stuck,” along with the feelings, thoughts, and body sensations that came with it. EMDR helps your brain reprocess these memories in a way that feels more resolved and less distressing—so you’re not constantly reliving the past.

In an EMDR session, we use gentle bilateral stimulation, such as eye movements or tapping, while you recall a specific memory. This helps your brain access its natural healing process. You stay fully in control throughout, and we go at a pace that feels safe and manageable.

People often find that EMDR not only reduces emotional pain from past experiences, but also helps them feel more grounded, empowered, and free in the present.

🌿 What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?

CBT is a practical, goal-oriented approach that helps you understand how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected. It’s based on the idea that the way you think about things can deeply influence how you feel and what you do.

Sometimes, we get stuck in unhelpful thought patterns—like self-criticism, worst-case thinking, or assumptions that keep us anxious, down, or overwhelmed. CBT helps you notice those patterns, challenge them, and learn healthier, more balanced ways of thinking.

In sessions, we’ll work together to:

-Identify the thoughts and beliefs that may be contributing to emotional distress

-Explore how those thoughts impact your emotions and behaviors

-Develop new tools and strategies to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, and more.

CBT is often structured, collaborative, and focused on what’s happening in your life right now. It can be especially effective for anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, and other common concerns.

You’ll learn practical skills you can use outside of therapy—so you feel more empowered to manage challenges, shift your mindset, and create lasting change.

🌿 What is Solution-Focused Brief Therapy?

SFBT is a short term, goal-oriented approach that focuses on your strengths and what’s working, rather than digging deep into problems or the past. It’s based on the belief that you already have the resources within you to create change—and therapy can help you tap into them.

We’ll focus on your hopes, goals, and the small steps that can lead you there. You don’t need to have it all figured out—just a willingness to explore what’s possible.

In SFBT, we’ll work together to:

-Identify your goals for change

-Notice exceptions (times when the problem is less intense or doesn’t happen)

-Build on your existing strengths and successes

-Create clear, realistic steps toward your preferred future

This type of therapy can be especially helpful if you’re looking for focused support, want to make progress quickly, or are navigating a specific issue. Many people find it empowering and energizing—because it’s all about moving forward.

🌿 What is Person-Centered Therapy?

Person-Centered Therapy is a warm, supportive approach to counseling that puts you at the heart of the process. Rather than giving advice or trying to "fix" you, I create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and challenges freely.

This approach is based on the belief that you are the expert on your own life—and that you already have the inner strength and wisdom to grow, heal, and move forward. My role is to walk alongside you with empathy, respect, and genuine care.

Person-Centered Therapy is helpful for people navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem issues, or simply looking to better understand themselves. It’s especially effective if you value a collaborative, respectful relationship with your therapist.