Have you ever experienced something painful or traumatic that changed the way you thought about yourself or the world? Maybe this experience (or experiences) left you feeling like your only goal in life was to survive--to steer clear of any further hurt, pain, anxiety, or stress? Have you found that your day-to-day life is centered around surviving--when you actually realize that you want to live? If you've ever felt this way or feel this way now--good news, you weren't broken then and you aren't broken now! You simply found a way to protect yourself, and this protection mechanism may no longer be helpful for you.Imagine being able to go about your day without feeling trapped by constant negative thoughts, overwhelming emotions, or crippling self-criticism. If you experience any of these things or if you struggle with coming to terms with a painful experience and find it hard to face your story, I propose that we face these challenges together.Let me provide you with established treatment techniques that I've used with many clients. Together, we can work towards discovering and embracing the "you" that you want to be! Choosing the right mental health professional for you is so important for your progress, so feel free to reach out and ask any questions about me and/or my approach to therapy!