My approach to therapy
A more compassionate way forward.
You don’t have to have everything figured out to begin. Therapy can be a space to understand what you’re carrying, meet yourself with more kindness, and move toward a life that feels more connected to what matters to you.
A collaborative process
What therapy with me is like
We’ll start with what brings you here, what you hope might change, and what helps you feel supported. Together, we’ll shape the work around your needs, preferences, and goals.
- Room to be yourself. There’s no need to arrive with a polished explanation or the “right” words.
- A pace we discuss together. You can ask questions, pause, or choose not to try an exercise.
- Reflection and practical steps. We may explore patterns, practice new skills, and connect what happens in session to everyday life.
- Ongoing conversation. Your feedback helps us understand what feels useful and what needs to change.
A foundation of our work
Self-compassion
When life is difficult, an inner critic can make things feel even heavier. Self-compassion means learning to respond to your struggles with care, honesty, and understanding.
It doesn’t mean ignoring problems or giving up on change. We may practice noticing self-critical thoughts, making room for difficult feelings, and finding a more supportive way to respond.
Ways we may work together
Understanding yourself. Making room for change.
I draw from several approaches. We’ll talk about what each involves and whether it fits your goals.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
ACT focuses on psychological flexibility: making room for difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward what matters to you.
We may practice being present, noticing thoughts without automatically following them, clarifying your values, and choosing small, meaningful actions. Acceptance here means acknowledging your inner experience; it doesn’t require accepting harmful circumstances.
IFS-informed therapy
Internal Family Systems offers a way to explore different “parts” of your experience—such as a part that pushes you to achieve, one that worries, or one that pulls away when things feel overwhelming.
Using this framework, we can approach these patterns with curiosity and consider what they may be trying to protect. The aim is greater understanding and more choice in how you respond. You don’t need to adopt the language of “parts” for us to explore conflicting feelings.
Attention to emotional and bodily experience
Brainspotting
Brainspotting uses a chosen point in your visual field as a focus while you notice emotions, thoughts, and sensations in your body, with support from your therapist.
If we consider this approach, we’ll discuss what it involves, possible discomfort, alternatives, and whether it fits your needs. You can pause or stop at any time.
Research on Brainspotting is limited. It is not as well established as recommended trauma-focused treatments for PTSD, such as Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and EMDR. Its mechanisms and effectiveness are still being studied, and no particular outcome can be promised.
Explore at your own pace
Optional videos
These videos offer additional perspectives on approaches discussed here. Watching is optional, and you’re welcome to bring questions or reactions to a session.
The speakers’ views are their own. Videos are educational resources, not personalized treatment advice or evidence that an approach will work for everyone. Playing a video connects to YouTube.
Support wherever you feel comfortable
Online therapy in California & Florida
Telehealth makes it possible to meet from a private, comfortable space without a commute. You’ll need a reliable internet connection and a device with a camera and microphone.
You must be physically located in California or Florida at the time of your appointment. We’ll discuss whether telehealth is appropriate for your needs and how to prepare for sessions.
A place to begin
Let’s talk about what you’re looking for.
A consultation is an opportunity to share what brings you to therapy, ask questions, and explore whether working together feels like a good fit.
Schedule a consultation