promoting pleasure.
healing shame.
philosophy
Our relationships with ourselves and others are powerfully impacted by our lived experiences in our families, cultures, communities, and oppressive systems like racism, patriarchy, capitalism, and fatphobia. And our bodies remember all these experiences- even if our “thinking brains” don’t. I trust your body to guide our therapeutic process. I approach therapy from a mindful-experiential lens which invites you to deepen into your body’s innate wisdom, while acknowledging that it hasn’t always been safe to “be in your body.” I work with individuals and partnerships to encourage more presence, connection, and authenticity.
I practice from an integrative and directive standpoint. I utilize Hakomi Psychotherapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to create a therapeutic approach that supports your organic process. I use Mindfulness as a tool to support thoughtful exploration and access insights. In session, I incorporate vital information about the nervous system, trauma, and attachment. I understand my role as your therapist to offer advocacy, guidance, and caring support as you embark on your healing journey. Our work will cultivate compassion and awareness towards the Self, while creating space to sit with tough feelings and celebrate your natural strengths.
Working from a stance that promotes social justice is integral to my practice. In my mission to be a trauma-conscious provider, I prioritize client consent and safety. I am a kink/BDSM, polyam-, LGBTQIA+ affirming, body-positive, and continually learning anti-racist care provider. I work to foster a space that centers your experience. I am always open to your feedback in our collaborative relationship.