Therapeutic approach

Therapy that makes room for the whole person.

We are more than our thoughts. Experiences also live in the body, in relationships, in imagination, and in the ways we respond to the world around us. My work draws on somatic and relational perspectives to attend to all of these layers.

Somatic therapy: listening to the body

When we're worried or overwhelmed, we might notice a tight stomach, restless legs, a racing heart, or a sense of going numb. Rather than pushing these experiences away, somatic work invites gentle curiosity about what the nervous system is communicating. We move at a pace that feels manageable.

Play and creative expression

For many children, play is a natural language. Toys, puppets, drawing, movement, and storytelling can help make feelings and experiences more accessible. Creative expression can also be valuable for teens and young adults who find it difficult to explain everything through conversation alone.

Relational therapy

How we feel in relationships matters. I pay attention to trust, connection, attachment, and the patterns we learn through family and community experiences. Therapy itself can offer a collaborative relationship in which to notice and explore those patterns.

Individualized care

There is no one-size-fits-all session. Some days call for conversation; others for creativity, reflection, or simply slowing down. We'll shape the work around your needs, developmental stage, and goals.