Getting to know me.

Why did you decide to become a therapist?

I’ve got my own bag of trauma, have been in deep dark places, and found my way out (with help, too!). I made a hobby of helping others, and then I made a career of helping others. Plus, what could be better than talking about the most important things in life all day?

Who do you want to work with?

Adults! There isn’t a particular identity or type of person I prefer to work with. It’s pretty easy for me to find something wonderful in every client- honestly. If you’re going to twist my arm, I’d say clients ready for change and willing.

What inspires you?

So. Much. - Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, Irvin Yalom, my kids, my friends, my family, my dog, my clients, the plants in living room (they just keep on keeping on), the therapeutic relationship, all things transpersonal, Power Rangers Ninja Steel, Pedro Pascal, Pikachu choosing to be Pikachu, my Prius that is still rolling, the people of Ukraine, the list goes on.

What do you do in your free time?

I like spending time with the people I love, watching the current Netflix series at the time whilst psychoanalyzing the main characters for fun, reading thriller novels or fantasy adult fiction. When it’s warm, I spend time outside in the yard gardening. These days, I find myself day dreaming about dinner and cheering on my son at baseball.

We were friends in school, can you be my counselor?

Nope. I cannot. Not because I don’t think you’re cool- but if we already know each other, you may not be as honest as you need to be in session. And I may not push you as much as you would like me to. Feel free to refer your cousin or aunt though! And I’m happy to find you somebody else to work with.