I genuinely enjoy helping individuals achieve meaningful, observable change in their lives. At some point, most people encounter personal roadblocks that undermine growth and contribute to stress, unhappiness, or a sense of feeling stuck. Through my work, I help individuals facing a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges, from everyday stressors to more severe difficulties, move toward healthier, more fulfilling lives. I have worked across diverse clinical settings and am experienced in treating PTSD and trauma, anxiety, stress and burnout, depression, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, grief, difficult life transitions (such as divorce or job loss), shopping addiction, and technology-use related concerns.

In my therapeutic approach, I explore how past experiences, current life circumstances, and the presence or absence of supportive resources (including social support, nutrition, exercise, spiritual practices, and healthy coping habits) may contribute to or protect against present difficulties. I draw heavily from evidence-based treatments shown through research to effectively improve emotional well-being and psycho-biological functioning. My goal is not simply symptom reduction, but helping individuals create lasting positive change through increased insight into core patterns, strengthened internal and external resources, and the strategic use of evidence-based therapeutic tools and techniques.

Some of the approaches I most frequently incorporate in my practice include EMDR, exposure-based therapies, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), couples therapy techniques, breath and attention-focus techniques, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I consider myself a lifelong learner and have maintained an active connection to research throughout my career, allowing me to stay informed about the most current and effective treatment approaches.

I also maintain a longstanding interest in how technology shapes psychological health, relationships, communities, and culture. In particular, I am interested in research examining how digital behaviors and evolving technologies influence mental health (to include consumer behavior). Ultimately, my goal is to help clients not only survive, but truly thrive.