My approach is holistic, individualized, and collaborative. We begin by understanding the concerns that brought you to therapy and the emotional experience connected to them. We reflect on current challenges, recurring emotional and relational themes, and the ways past experiences shape present reactions. At the same time, we work on applying this understanding to everyday situations in ways that allow for meaningful change. I integrate insight-oriented and skills-based approaches, drawing from the evidence-based modalities outlined below.

Psychodynamic Therapy (PDT): Psychodynamic therapy focuses on understanding how past experiences and relationships continue to influence present-day thoughts, emotions, and ways of relating—often outside of conscious awareness. Many of these patterns developed for good reasons, helping you adapt earlier in life, but may later become sources of distress or limitation. In our work, we pay attention to recurring emotional themes and relationship dynamics, including how they may emerge in the therapy itself. As these dynamics become clearer, you can better recognize the role they once played and the ways they continue to shape your reactions. This often creates greater freedom and flexibility in how you relate to yourself and others.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and how certain responses can unintentionally maintain distress over time. These responses often feel automatic or rigid, even when they no longer reflect reality or serve your well-being. Together, we identify and examine these responses with curiosity rather than judgment, exploring how they influence your reactions and choices. Developing new ways of thinking and responding can reduce avoidance and reactivity, strengthen a sense of agency, and support both immediate relief and lasting change.