Look, I am experiencing the fuckery and harm of racial capitalism and the targeting of marginalized people. I also know how trauma (past and present) can impact one's health and mental health, and how meaningful it is to be met with care and connection when seeking support. My goal is to honor the identity and life experiences of my clients, and create a space to explore these themes of harm without further stigmatization. 

In my sessions with clients I can be playful, loving and relational. I also like to work hard and create structure that facilitates change. You know, to get some shit done! I believe that a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship is key for change, and can be utilized to improve client relationships and functioning. I am caring, compassionate and curious. I believe in direct and open communication and take an active role in therapy. (If you are looking for a therapist who will just listen, I am not the therapist for you) 

I am known to go straight to the heart, embrace difficult emotions when they arise, and use humor in therapy. I want clients to ultimately be the source of their change and growth, and also hold people to their goals, beliefs, and behaviors. Clients tell me that they appreciate my directness and honesty, my creative approach, the structured process in our sessions, and how I lovingly challenge them.