Post-traumatic stress can manifest through a range of difficult symptoms, including intrusive memories, heightened anxiety, and emotional numbness, profoundly impacting daily life and well-being. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapies can offer effective pathways to healing. EMDR helps individuals process traumatic memories by facilitating the brain’s natural healing mechanisms, reducing distressing symptoms and allowing for a more adaptive understanding of the trauma. Meanwhile, IFS focuses on understanding and integrating the various parts of the self that may have developed in response to trauma, promoting self-compassion and emotional balance. Together, these therapies can empower individuals to reclaim their lives, fostering resilience and deeper emotional well-being.

As a proud lesbian therapist, I am deeply committed to supporting my community and addressing the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals. My practice focuses on creating a safe and affirming environment where clients can explore their identities and navigate issues related to trauma, self-acceptance, and relationships. With a compassionate approach, I draw on my own experiences and professional expertise to help clients heal and thrive. I believe in the power of connection and understanding, and I strive to empower individuals to embrace their true selves while fostering resilience in the face of adversity.

With extensive experience in assessing individuals for ADHD, I specialize in providing ADHD-informed therapies that address the unique challenges associated with this condition. My approach focuses on enhancing executive function skills such as organization, time management, and emotional regulation. I work collaboratively with clients to develop personalized coping mechanisms and practical solutions that empower them to navigate daily life more effectively. By fostering a supportive and understanding environment, I help individuals harness their strengths, overcome obstacles, and achieve their personal and academic goals.

Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) is an innovative approach that uses the powerful, fast-acting effects of ketamine to support deep therapeutic work. Ketamine can help reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mood-related conditions by loosening rigid thought patterns and supporting access to underlying emotional material. In my practice, I offer Ketamine-Assisted EMDR—a unique blend of ketamine and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing that can help clients process trauma with greater ease and emotional regulation. For clients who are good candidates for IV ketamine, I partner with trusted local psychiatrists who provide in-person ketamine administration, allowing us to integrate and process the experience together in therapy.