I understand the importance of needing to feel understood and seen. When therapy is successful, we often will experience a greater sense of spaciousness inside ourselves, freedom from our own judgments, and are reminded that confronting our pain won’t destroy us. The goal is not a short-term fix but instead a long-term shift that brings forth feelings of empowerment, resiliency, and a confidence that our brains and our lives can change. As a consequence of shifting our relationship to ourselves and to our pain, the uncomfortable symptoms often associated with anxiety, trauma, and depression begin to dissolve and loosen their grip.I utilize a somatic psychotherapeutic approach which incorporates the wisdom of mind and body. As a result of overcoming my own obstacles and working with hundreds of clients, I believe that healing is about learning to go inside ourselves to embrace the pain, the fear, the shame, and the trauma that is keeping us stuck.I hold MA degrees in both Psychology and Education, as well as a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. I am certified in Peter Levine’s Somatic Experiencing method (SE) which specializes in dealing with trauma. I have worked in clinical settings for 12 years working with anxiety, mood disorders, codependency, depression, addiction, and trauma.