Everyone deserves to be truly heard.
Why I Do This Work
I became a therapist because I believe deeply in the power of being truly heard.
Long before I had a license or a practice, I was the friend people came to when things got hard. Not because I had all the answers, but because I knew how to sit with someone in the middle of it without trying to rush them through. That instinct eventually became a career I’ve now spent nearly two decades building.
I never take it for granted when someone lets me behind the scenes of their life.
It’s a privilege I take seriously, and one that still drives me every single day.
My Approach
My clients often describe working with me as having someone who holds their hand for support while gently nudging them to keep moving forward.
That image captures it well. I’m warm. I’m direct. I’m not going to let you stay stuck in a pattern that isn’t serving you, but I’m also never going to push you somewhere you’re not ready to go. We move at your pace, with intention.
I draw from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and psychodynamic approaches, which means we’ll work on both the practical, day-to-day strategies that help you function better and the deeper patterns underneath. If you’ve ever wondered, “Why do I keep doing this?” That’s exactly where this kind of work shines.
I’m also a big believer in structure. Many of my clients benefit from setting one or two clear goals for each session and checking in on progress over time. For some, especially those navigating executive functioning challenges, this kind of accountability isn’t just helpful. It’s transformative.
Who I Am.
Outside of my practice, I’m a mom of four, which means I know firsthand that parenting doesn’t come with a manual, and the advice that works for one child doesn’t always work for the next. That lived experience shapes the way I work with parents. I don’t come from a place of theory alone. I come from a place of experience, too.
I’m also a fierce advocate for people showing up for themselves, not just their families, their partners, or their careers. Whether it’s communication skills, assertiveness, financial literacy, or simply reclaiming your identity, I want to help you remember that you matter in this equation.
My Experience
Nearly two decades in mental health, with clinical work spanning children, adolescents, adults, and families. A wide lens I bring into every session.
My background in education is something I carry with me. It taught me how to meet people where they are, explain things in ways that make sense, and build genuine rapport. Skills that are just as important in the therapy room as they were in the classroom.
Credentials & Education
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) — licensed since 2011
Master of Social Work (MSW) — NC State University, 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education & Psychology — UNC Wilmington, 2007
Currently pursuing specialized training in financial therapy
Reminding people of their progress is one of my favorite parts of this work. So often, we’re so focused on what’s still hard that we forget how far we’ve already come. I love being the person who holds that mirror up.
If anything on this page resonated with you, I’d love to talk. The first step is always the hardest, but you don’t have to take it alone.