I refine my approach based on your particular needs and invite correction as we go along. My style is modern and psychodynamic, more art than science. I’m warm and affirming, but I work to find constructive ways to challenge people towards mastering their difficulties. I limit my focus to one-on-one work with people over 18 years old.

I specialize in transitions and supporting people in coping with the stressors of adjusting to new life chapters. These include launching in early adulthood, finding meaning in love and work, becoming a parent, and adapting to changes and losses. Helping ease various forms of depression and anxiety is a mainstay of my practice, but I am also effective in working with people whose families have been impacted by emotional immaturity or narcissism, those dealing with substance use or in recovery, and people who have difficulty with assertiveness or feel easily overwhelmed by others.

Working with people from different walks of life requires openness, humility, and attention to detail. While I focus on the unique individual, I also locate them within the larger social and environmental forces that shape their lives. These forces range from as personal as family dynamics (including family of origin, nuclear family, and chosen family), to broad cultures and political institutions. Progress often involves carving out space for a true self to thrive.