My Approach
Therapy with me isn’t about fixing you. It’s about helping you understand yourself in a way that finally makes sense.
Many of the teens and young adults I work with look like they’re doing well—but inside feel anxious, self-critical, or constantly on edge. They replay conversations, hold themselves to impossible standards, and quietly brace for something to go wrong. Some can point to painful or confusing experiences in their past. Others can’t name one big event—but grew up feeling pressure to perform, stay composed, or be the responsible one.
Over time, the strategies that once helped you cope can become exhausting. What once protected you may now keep you stuck.
In our work together, we slow down and look more closely—not to judge, but to understand. We explore how anxiety and perfectionism developed, how they show up in your relationships and daily life, and what they’ve been trying to protect. This is trauma-focused work, even when trauma looks like chronic stress or subtle relational wounds.
For teens, I create a space that feels genuinely yours.
For young adults, we often focus on identity, relationships, and life transitions.
For parents, I offer steady collaboration while protecting your teen’s voice.
You don’t have to keep carrying this alone.
What to Expect from Our First Few Sessions
Our first few sessions focus on building safety and understanding what brings you in—at your pace. We’ll talk about what feels most pressing right now, but we’ll also begin gently exploring the patterns and experiences that may be shaping those struggles. I pay close attention to how anxiety, perfectionism, or relational stress show up not only in your thoughts, but in your nervous system and daily life. You won’t be pushed to share more than feels manageable, and we won’t rush into deeper work before there’s a solid foundation. For teens, I prioritize creating a space that feels genuinely theirs; for parents, I’ll outline how collaboration and communication will work moving forward.