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About My Clients
You deserve to be a priority in your own life. Most of my clients have a history of surviving trauma, neglect, and relational harm; this can lead to becoming stuck in survival mode which often times conflicts with living mode. I work primarily with neurodivergent and LGBTQIA2S folks who are ready to approach their struggles in a new way. We can work together to restore your sense of self and your ability to direct your life on your terms to achieve your goals!
My Background and Approach
I provide a safe, curious, and empowering space for you to take what you know and try out new ways of approaching your strengths and struggles. I’ll meet you where you're at as we build the skills you’ll need to face topics which might feel scary or heavy. You'll gain new ideas and alternative ways of tackling difficulties while increasing your confidence and your access to your own personal wisdom and insight. You're capable of leading an extraordinary, meaningful, and fulfilling life. I integrate attachment theory, existential-phenomenological counseling, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, narrative therapy, and Internal Family Systems into my approach. While these inform my practice, I rely most on being engaged with your actual experience and the circumstances of your life. Counseling is a relational experience and so we will create together a space to safely and creatively work with the issues most important to you.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I believe our histories don't define us but support us, and that we are capable of directing the course of our lives even amidst the obstacles present in our world. As a queer, non-binary, neurodivergent therapist and liberationist, I actively support the abolishment of oppressive systems and internalized narratives. Ways that I support these efforts include providing free access to assessment and letter writing required for trans and gender expansive folks to receive gender affirming medical care; making regular contributions to grassroots organizations advocating for racial equity, environmental protection, disability access, and other areas of social/political change; and being open and authentic about my beliefs. These issues/topics may or may not be explicitly part of our work together but the impact of internalized and systemic forms of oppression on your life and choices will be acknowledged when relevant and helpful to your process of growth.