My Philosophy

I believe therapy is an act of guided homecoming—a return to the wisdom you already possess but may have been disconnected from through trauma, societal expectations, or survival adaptations.

The Body's Wisdom

Your nervous system holds both the imprints of your experiences and the pathways to healing. Rather than viewing trauma responses as problems to fix, I see them as intelligent adaptations that served crucial protective functions. Our work together honors these adaptations while gently exploring new possibilities for safety and connection.

Beyond Traditional Approaches

Traditional therapy often focuses solely on symptom reduction or cognitive change, overlooking the body's central role in healing. My approach integrates cutting-edge neuroscience with relational depth to address the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—within their unique context and community.

Authentic Reclamation

True healing isn't about becoming who others expect you to be, but about reconnecting with your authentic self beneath layers of adaptation. This often means questioning narratives about who you "should" be and what healing "should" look like. Your healing journey belongs to you, and my role is to create space for your unique path to unfold.

Collective Well-being

While therapy happens in the private space between us, its effects ripple outward. As you reconnect with your authentic self, you naturally create more authentic connections with others. By honoring your inherent value and boundaries, you contribute to a world where others can do the same. Small shifts in how we relate to ourselves and each other build toward larger transformations.

Gentle Persistence

Healing doesn't always follow a linear path or convenient timeline. I believe in the power of gentle persistence—showing up consistently for yourself with both courage and compassion. Progress often happens in quiet moments of insight rather than dramatic breakthroughs, and each step of the journey deserves recognition.

In our work together, I commit to meeting you exactly where you are while holding space for all you might become. Not because you need to change to be worthy, but because you deserve the freedom to grow in directions that truly nourish you.