When we are going through hard times it can be hard to find answers. It’s like someone trying to see their reflection in a mirror that is too close to their face. Sometimes we need someone to help us pull that mirror back. That’s my job. I love helping people who seek to make positive changes in their lives. One thing that I hear frequently from my clients is, “I’ve never thought of it that way.” 

My specialties are couples therapy, individual therapy with adults and teens, and helping individuals and families who struggle with difficulties associated with ADHD.

—I help couples who are having trouble communicating and/or just not feeling the same connection that they used to feel with one another. 

—I help teens and adults who are fed up with what is happening in their lives and ready to figure out how to make changes. This might be due to a variety of reasons, like anxiety, trouble regulating emotions, ADHD, family problems, work, trauma, grief, situational difficulties, or sudden life changes. 

—I help individuals and families learn about and manage symptoms of ADHD. ADHD doesn’t go away, but together we can reduce the negative impact of the difficulties and maximize the gifts associated with this diagnosis. 

—I am also a resource for men who often have a hard time asking for or accepting help when they’re struggling. 

I spent 16 years as a school social worker before entering private practice. This experience has given me a great deal of experience in understanding educational needs, Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and 504 Plans. I frequently help families navigate this confusing process. 

My therapy style is eclectic, but I draw from training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples (EFT), and problem-solving approaches. I focus heavily on building trust and a strong rapport with clients, so that they know they can be open and honest without feeling judged. My goal is to help clients through difficult times in their lives until they get to the point that they no longer need my assistance.