My Approach to Therapy

I use a client-centered, integrative approach, tailoring therapy to your unique needs and goals. My work is grounded in a person-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed philosophy, drawing on, neuroscience, developmental and attachment perspectives to understand how past experiences shape present challenges.

Through clinical supervision and ongoing professional training, I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities and frameworks, including:

• Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

• Family Systems Therapy

• Motivational Interviewing

• Strength Based & Problem Solving Modalities

• Attachment and Developmental Frameworks

• Professional Clinical Trauma-Informed Care

• Parenting and Behavioral Management Strategies

I draw from these evidence-based frameworks to create a flexible, holistic approach that addresses challenges across the mind, body, and spirit.

I specialize in helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, mood and adjustment issues, family conflict, trauma recovery, grief and loss, and behavioral challenges. In our sessions, you can expect a safe, collaborative space where healing unfolds at your pace.

Behavioral and Parent-Child Support

I incorporate principles and skills from DBT to support emotion regulation and distress tolerance for both children and parents. I utilize CBT techniques to help clients identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns. My approach integrates insights from psychodynamic, relational, neuroscience, and trauma-informed perspectives to explore how early relationships and developmental experiences shape current emotional and relational patterns.

I integrate a Family Systems lens to help clients understand how family dynamics and roles influence behavior and relationships. I draw from Motivational Interviewing to support clients in exploring and resolving ambivalence toward behavioral change.

For parents and children, I incorporate behavioral management and parenting frameworks to address challenges, enhance emotional regulation, and develop practical strategies for positive behavior change. Through collaborative problem-solving and structured guidance, families can implement clear expectations, consistent routines, and positive reinforcement strategies—strengthening connection, resilience, and long-term growth.

Support for Ministry Leaders

I provide support for ministry and faith-based leaders experiencing burnout, stress, or role-related pressures. Using evidence-based strategies, we address emotional fatigue, relational strain, and challenges in maintaining balance, helping you sustain your leadership and personal well-being.

For those integrating faith and professional life, we focus on restoring emotional, relational, and spiritual well-being, supporting you in maintaining your calling, leadership, and personal balance in alignment with your values and faith.

By integrating your experiences, strengths, and goals, we’ll develop effective strategies to promote resilience, growth, and meaningful connection—restoring balance, purpose, and well-being in your life.