I am on my own personal journey in this lifetime, and am committed to constantly working with my growth edges. This means I spend a lot of time educating myself, expanding my awareness and consciousness, and practicing new approaches in my own life and relationships. This gives me a tremendous amount of material to pull from in terms of understanding the experiences of my clients and offering ideas and suggestions. I am highly motivated to support adults in moving through the various phases of adult development. It is difficult to grow and change, and it is also difficult to remain stagnant. I support adults to navigate that internal struggle in ways that feel authentic and true to their own beliefs and values.
Do you find yourself gripped by worry and struggling to get enough things done in a day, no matter what you do? You may be fed up with your endless to-do list that never gets done, feeling guilty that you are not good enough. You might not even remember a time things didn't feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you're ready for some relief. You're ready to make choices in your life that line up with what is important to you. You're ready to learn new skills to feel calm everyday. Most of all, you're ready to embrace who you are and enjoy your life.
Life isn’t always easy. Even the strongest among us need help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Whether you struggle with substance use, disordered eating, athlete or professional related issues or any other concern, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow!
I’ve spent the last decade+ working with elite performers (athletes, professionals high achievers, and students) as they navigate mental health challenges in order to perform in all aspects of their lives. I specialize in working with substance use/addiction, eating disorders, and elite performers but work with individuals on a range of presenting concerns.
I strive to create a therapeutic environment where individuals can explore all aspects of themselves. Utilizing an integrative approach to psychotherapy, I place emphasis on the therapeutic relationship and the unique needs of the people I work with. I view therapy as a collaborative space to navigate the inevitable complexities that arise during a lifetime, exploring both conscious and unconscious narratives with curiosity and care.
Here at Minaret Therapeutic Services strives to provide a safe space for individuals from various backgrounds and communities. We will help you process what is going on in your life because we understand the challenge of managing overwhelming thoughts, emotions, relationships and issues on your own & without the support you really need. Here at Minaret Therapeutic Services, our main goal is to provide quality mental health services to everyone in the community, no matter your race, religion, sexual identity, social or economic class. Experience positive, therapeutic impacts from a therapist that understands & who truly cares about your mental health’s well being. Let us walk in your therapeutic journey together at Minaret Therapeutic Services today!
I know what it feels like to compare myself to others and feel "lesser than", to feel like I need to be doing more to be good enough, and to feel like I need to hide parts of myself for fear of being judged. This creates a lot an anxiety in the body, which disrupts the sense of inner peace that you deserve to experience. Through my own journey, I have become an expert at helping people heal the developmental trauma and attachment wounding that occur for so many of us, and I can help you feel more peaceful, whole, and secure in your relationships.
Do you constantly feel like you're never good enough? Do you feel like you compare yourself to other people and think they're so much better looking or smarter than you? Do you feel like you have to wear a mask and pretend you're someone you're not just to get people to like you, not leave you, or reject you? If you said 'yes' to any or all of these questions, you've come to the right place. These are common signs of perfectionism and people-pleasing, my specialty! If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and put in the work to find and use your voice to share your opinions and needs, feel safe being vulnerable to deepen your emotional connections, and learn how to compassionately hold yourself accountable when you make a mistake, this CAN be your reality with the scientifically based tools you'll learn working with me as your guide. To learn more about working together, reach out by sending me a message through my profile on here. I'm excited to hear from you!
It's important to not feel judged when talking about the things that are causing us stress, depression, anxiety or pain in our lives. It's also important that we are supported in a compassionate manner. These are a few of the things that you can expect when in session with me; a compassionate, nonjudgemental and supportive ear. You can also expect goals and sessions tailored to your individual needs. I do not believe that one form of treatment works for everyone, which is why I practice an integrative approach that utilizes many different tools and techniques in order to tailor your treatment specifically to you.
There does not have to be something "wrong" with you in order to seek services. Some people come to me because they are worried all the time about things they do not need to worry about, some come because they are bad at focusing, some come because they are feeling down or hopeless, some come because they have decided to address a trauma they experienced, and some come because they are stressed over life changes. There is no right or wrong reason or time to come see me. I am ready to provide you the support you need now and in the future.
Welcome, I hope we can meet and work together to help you feel empowered, learn new ways to cope, and find fulfillment in your own story. I get how hard it can be to feel stuck with the struggles in life that never seem to go away or improve, and I believe change is possible. I specialize in supporting people surrounding difficult life transitions and grief/loss and help clients reduce anxiety, depression, and stress so that they can take steps to live life more aligned with their values. Examples include supporting clients with baby loss or miscarriage, anticipatory grief, health concerns, relationship changes such as divorce, and secondary trauma. My offering is solutions-focused and strengths-based and includes mindfulness as well as practical skills for self-care and self-compassion. I believe you have the wisdom within you and that you are strong and brave no matter how difficult things seem to you at this point in time. Let's work together - please feel free to reach out to me and we can talk.
I aim to help people see the narrative of what's happening in their lives, to understand how we can make meaningful changes that you want. I'm a big believer in the advocacy part of this work, being your cheerleader, but being direct when needed too.
6 Years Experience
