Expertise

Trauma/PTSD

I see trauma as a psychological injury rather than a disorder. And just like other injuries, there are a number of techniques to help facilitate healing trauma. Often times, the auxiliary symptoms of trauma are attempted to be treated (depression, anxiety/panic) yet there is a lingering, deeper need to resolve the unprocessed emotions related to the occurrences that we didn’t feel we had adequate resources for. I can help you to explore the ways in which trauma is still impacting you, utilizing both cognitive and somatic strategies to help heal these injuries.

Terminal Diagnoses/End-of-Life Concerns/Aging

As a ceritifed death doula as well as a licensed psychologist, I am to serve those with terminal diagnoses and end of life concerns with the deepest compassion, empathy, and holistic care. Navigating these challenges requires a balanced approach that includes emotional support, practical guidance and connection to resources, and exploration of existential concerns. I can offer a wide range of therapeutic supports based on your unique needs. I will facilitate a safe and non-judgmental space to express fears, worries, and hopes so that you can help feel alleviation in your level of distress-promoting more peacefulness and acceptance. We can also work toward improvement of quality of life by coordinating care with other healthcare providers- knowing that I desire to be your greatest ally and advocate in getting your needs met.

Existential Issues

Sometimes the “big” questions in life cause us to feel extremely alone and anxious. Often, we don’t have a space to talk about these things. Together, we can discover how these “big” questions are impacting you, and how to create meaning in your life.

Gender and Sexuality

I have a special interest in working with individuals who identify as LGBTQ+, are feeling unsure about gender identify or are in transition, or those who are questioning/exploring sexuality. I can provide a safe, accepting, and nonjudgmental space.

Eating Disorders

I have a long history of working with individuals with eating disorders and disordered eating. I utilize Health at Every Size and Intuitive Eating as the foundation for my understanding and treatment philosophy. At the core is learning how to have better self-acceptance, self-esteem, and self-compassion in order to live a better, fuller life.

Addiction/Co-Dependency

I can help individuals who have struggled to get and stay sober or are grappling with how to better control their use. Learning how to tolerate distress and reduce suffering are some of the ways we can work together on better managing your difficulties with drugs and alcohol. Additionally, I can help loved ones and family members of those struggling with addiction to help navigate setting boundaries and increasing self-care in coping with this. Addiction is a family disease and I can help to navigate your path to wellness.

Relationship Issues

Do you find yourself repeating certain patterns in relationships, struggling to feel fulfilled, or feeling walked all over? I can help you better understand these dynamics and how to discover what you need in relationships. I have a special interest in working with folks who identify with alternative relationship structures (i.e. ethical non-monogamy, relationship anarchist, monagamish, etc.) and can help to navigate issues related to these relationship structures.

Chronic Pain

Prior to this, I was helping to run an outpatient chronic pain program. I have completed a chronic pain certificate program, and can help you to find ways to live a fuller, richer life while coping with and managing chronic pain conditions.