I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #112442) and have been working in the mental health field since 2015. My passion for supporting neurodivergent individuals is deeply personal, rooted in my own lived experience with undiagnosed ADHD and the challenges I’ve navigated as a result. This perspective informs and enriches my therapeutic work.
I have specialized training in a variety of evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
My primary focus is working with Autistic and/or ADHD adolescents and adults, helping them navigate environments that may not always be designed with their needs in mind. I also work closely with parents, caregivers, and other key figures in a client’s life, offering education, practical tools, and guidance to better understand neurodivergent functioning and foster meaningful support.
Receiving a diagnosis—whether for yourself or your child—can feel overwhelming and raise concerns about the future. I approach this process with compassion and a strengths-based perspective, helping clients recognize their unique capabilities and the inherent strengths that often come with neurodivergence.
Specialties/Issues
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Autism/Asperger’s
- Depression
- Developmental Disorders
- Education & Learning Disabilities
- Grief
- Parenting\Peer Relationships
- Queer Affirmative
Therapeutic Expectations
Both clients and therapists come into the therapeutic relationship with hopes, goals, and expectations. When those expectations are clearly understood and aligned, the process tends to be more meaningful and effective.
Here’s what I hope for from you in our work together:
- Have a goal in mind. Therapy is most impactful when we have a clear sense of what you’d like to work toward. What matters to you right now? How will you recognize when you’re starting to feel better or when therapy is helping?
- Take the work beyond the session. Real growth happens between sessions. I encourage you to try out the skills and insights we explore in therapy in your everyday life. This is where real change begins to take shape.
- Stay curious and ask questions. If something we talk about doesn’t quite make sense, or you’re unsure how it’s helpful, please ask. Your understanding and comfort with the process matter deeply to me. I welcome questions like, “Can you explain how this helps?”—they can lead to great insight and connection.
Therapy is a collaborative journey, I’m here to walk alongside you. Your voice and engagement are essential parts of the path forward.