Therapeutic Approach
My approach is collaborative and grounded in compassion. As a therapist, I believe that healing happens in the context of safe, trusting relationships. I see my role as a guide, someone who can walk alongside you, offering support, perspective, and tools that help you reconnect with your own inner wisdom.
My style is calm, warm, and reflective. I aim to create a space where you can slow down, explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment, and begin to notice what needs care, attention, or change.
My work is person-centered and strengths-based, which means I view you as the expert on your own life. I use a systems lens to help us explore how your environment, culture, and family history shape your beliefs and behaviors. I also integrate a variety of trauma-informed, creative, and evidence-based modalities including:
- Self-compassion – developing a kinder, more accepting inner voice
- Mindfulness & emotional regulation – learning how to recognize and manage overwhelming feelings
- Expressive arts – using creative tools like writing, music, or drawing to process emotions
- Strengths-based work – building on your existing skills and insight to create meaningful change
I work best with clients who love to learn and my hope is that you walk away from every session with a deeper understanding of yourself, your patterns, your needs, and your power.
Background
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Howard University and completed my clinical training at the Wendt Center for Loss and Healing, where I supported both teens and adults navigating traumatic grief.
Before being a therapist, I spent many years working as an educator and in youth development, where I saw how essential knowledge and empowerment are to navigating life transitions and how much can change when someone feels seen, encouraged, and believed in.
For me, self-care looks like taking care of my body, getting enough sleep, cooking and enjoying delicious food, reading, and spending quality time with the people I love.