Psychotherapy offers a steady place to slow down and be met with care. Many people come to this work sensing that something inside hasn’t fully settled. They may be capable, thoughtful, and outwardly functioning — and still feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or quietly carrying more than they want to.

You don’t need to arrive with a clear agenda or the right words. We take our time. Together, we pay close attention to what’s present — emotionally, bodily, and relationally — and to how your inner experience is responding in the moment. The work follows what feels most relevant and alive for you, rather than a fixed plan or set of techniques.

For many people, emotions have learned to stay in the background, especially if they once felt too intense, unsupported, or unsafe. That distance often developed for good reason — it helped you get through. Here, we approach those experiences gently, with respect for your nervous system and care for the pace that feels right. Nothing is forced. We listen for what’s ready.

This is ongoing, relational, experiential work that unfolds over time. As inner experiences are met with understanding rather than pressure, people often begin to feel more connected to themselves, steadier in their lives, and clearer about what they need and value. Change tends to emerge gradually, in ways that feel real, grounded, and sustainable.

For those working with more acute trauma, dissociation, or trauma-specific patterns, a more explicitly trauma-focused approach may be helpful. You can read more about that way of working on the Trauma-Focused Psychotherapy page.

I work in an affirming, respectful way with LGBTQIA+ individuals.