My Treatment Approach

At the heart of my work is the concept of Wise Mind—the balanced space where logic and emotion meet with clarity and compassion. Rooted in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Wise Mind represents the ability to experience life with both thoughtfulness and feeling, allowing you to respond to challenges with intention rather than impulse.

In daily life, it is easy to become overly guided by either reason or emotion. When this happens, we may lose sight of the broader perspective and feel disconnected from our values and goals. Learning to access Wise Mind is a practice—one that invites balance, self-awareness, and meaningful decision-making. With patience and support, this balance becomes a powerful foundation for personal growth.

As a Third Wave Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, I approach therapy through a humanistic and relational lens. While treatment is goal-oriented, it extends beyond simply addressing symptoms. My focus is on helping you develop a healthier relationship with your thoughts, emotions, and internal experiences—so that healing feels sustainable, grounded, and authentic.

Rather than working toward the elimination of discomfort, we explore how to live more peacefully alongside it. Emotional and physical pain are natural parts of life; suffering, however, is often shaped by how we relate to that pain. Through a present-focused and compassionate approach, therapy becomes a space to cultivate resilience, acceptance, and meaningful change.

Every individual brings a unique story, set of strengths, and life circumstances into the therapeutic process. For this reason, I tailor each treatment plan to meet your specific needs, drawing from a diverse range of evidence-based modalities to support your personal journey.

“Effective therapy is built on individualized care, evidence-based practice, and genuine connection.”

Therapeutic Modalities

My work is grounded in research-supported therapeutic practices that promote emotional resilience, self-awareness, and lasting change. By integrating a range of evidence-based modalities, I tailor each treatment plan to align with your personal goals, lived experiences, and unique challenges. Every approach is thoughtfully selected to support meaningful progress, long-term well-being, and a deeper sense of balance in daily life.

  • ACT helps individuals develop psychological flexibility by learning to accept difficult thoughts and emotions while committing to actions that align with their values.

  • IBCT supports couples in strengthening their relationship through improved communication, emotional understanding, and balanced acceptance and change strategies.

  • CBT focuses on identifying and reshaping unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to emotional distress, promoting healthier coping and problem-solving skills.

  • CFT helps individuals cultivate self-compassion and reduce shame or self-criticism by strengthening emotional resilience and inner warmth.

  • DBT teaches practical skills in mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness to support balance and stability.

  • EFT works to deepen emotional awareness and strengthen attachment bonds, particularly in couples and close relationships.

  • IPT addresses emotional challenges by exploring how relationship patterns and life transitions impact mood and well-being.

  • These approaches emphasize present-moment awareness to reduce stress, enhance clarity, and promote emotional balance.

  • MI and MET help individuals explore ambivalence and strengthen internal motivation for meaningful and lasting change.

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