"We can't hate ourselves into a version of ourselves we can love." Lori Deschene, Tiny Buddha

**Accepting New Clients - In Network with BCBS and other insurances**

The stories we tell ourselves about who we are hold incredible power. Sometimes, the most courageous thing we can do is rewrite those stories with a pen dipped in kindness. As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC), my work is deeply rooted in mindfulness and self-compassion frameworks. I don't view therapy as a process of 'fixing' what is broken, but rather as an invitation to meet yourself right where you are. Together, we will work to quiet the inner critic and cultivate a genuine, lasting friendship with yourself. 

Imagine what would it be like to navigate high-stress days with a sense of internal stability rather than constant self-criticism, trading the "inner critic" for a powerful yet warm system of self-support. 

I specialize in treating anxiety, stress, and emotion regulation (including anger) by helping you to build your "inner architecture." By developing non-judgmental awareness and a set of solid skills, you gain the resilience to stay grounded in the face of life’s stressors. Using evidence-based, neuroscience-supported approaches, we don’t just "talk about" your problems—we fundamentally rewire how you respond to them.  

As a trained specialist in these protocols, I provide the tools to help you meet the voice of the inner critic with strength and kindness rather than reactivity. Let's start the work of feeling truly at home in your own skin 

If you would like to embark on this journey, contact me. I offer free 15-minute consultations so that we can explore your situation together and decide if my approach would be a good fit for you. 

And, please, read on!