Most people seek psychological help because they want relief from pain and to feel more satisfied in their relationships, work, and with themselves. However, taking the first steps – setting up the first appointment with a therapist – can be anxiety-provoking.

By creating a safe and non-judgmental space, I hope to establish a relationship in which clients can talk about things that may be hard to talk about with others.

I practice from a psychodynamic lens which says meaningful and lasting change occurs in the context of relationships – including the relationship between therapist and client. Prior to going back to school to study counseling, I worked in advocacy and labor organizing.

Justice for everyday people, especially the most marginalized folks, isn’t only a personal belief, it was the work I did for eight years. Working from an anti-oppressive lens is essential to my practice.