Life is hard and suffering is normal. It’s an inevitable part of being human. Most of us, often from a young age, develop different patterns or defenses to manage our suffering in order to keep our heads above water. This can look like many different things: numbing our emotions, self-criticism, addiction, anxiety, self-sabotage - the list goes on. We do these things not because anything is inherently wrong with us, but because for a long time, these patterns help us survive. Clients often come to me when they reconcile the fact that these patterns are no longer working - and instead, they’re making them miserable.My work is in helping you identify the unhealthy patterns that may have once been effective, but now, are no longer serving you. I do this by using highly effective practices including mindfulness, self-compassion, acceptance and commitment therapy, and internal family systems. As a certified yoga teacher, I incorporate somatic techniques into sessions.The environment I seek to create is warm, supportive, and honest. My goal is to be a guide that helps you embrace your most authentic self. Together, we’ll quiet your inner critic, identify the values you care most about, and help you build concrete skills to manage the inevitable ebbs and flow of life.