My Philosophy

My Hope for You

I believe each person has a unique grieving experience. It is my hope that in working with me, you will feel supported to move through your heartache and struggles to become your best self. Rather than answers and diagnoses, I use a non authoritative approach that allows my clients to take more of a lead in discussions, allowing space for personal insight and reflection.

My goal is to explore with you how to get to a place that makes your grief, anxiety, or depression more manageable. Through empathetic listening, I provide a safe and sacred space where you can be yourself without judgment.

Philosophy of Companioning grievers

Dr. Alan Wolfelt, the director of the Center of Loss and Life Transition, calls it “companioning”. I like this word because it demonstrates that I am on the journey with you, that I am there to learn from you, to honor you and your pain, and to be there for you as you move through it.

If you are struggling with family conflict, my goal is to assist you as you begin to create healthy boundaries and redirect your energy toward positive relationships.

For adopted persons, the search for identity can be a life-long process. Additionally, adoption is founded on a loss that is often not recognized. This primal loss can re-surface unconsciously or consciously during significant dates or significant life experiences.   

I aim to support you by making room for you to explore the complex emotions and thoughts that surface. I have an Advanced Clinical Certificate and am an adoption competent therapist through the Center for Adoption Support and Education.