Understand your past. Create meaningful change in your present.

Trauma counseling and related concerns

You don’t need to have everything figured out before beginning. I can help with:

• The effects of childhood adversity and other traumatic experiences.
• Anxiety, persistent worry, and feeling overwhelmed.
• Depression, low mood, and the emotional impact of chronic illness.
• Stress management and practical ways of coping with everyday demands.
• Grief, loss, and significant life changes.
• Self-esteem, shame, and self-criticism.
• Relationship difficulties, trust, and boundaries.
• Recurring emotional reactions and patterns of coping.
• Stress tied to professional responsibilities or public visibility.

People also come to me with:

My approach to counseling

My approach is relational and trauma-focused. Psychodynamic principles help us explore how earlier experiences connect to current emotions, relationships, and responses to stress.

I combine that exploration with practical coping strategies, including cognitive behavioral techniques when appropriate. Together, we set goals and approach difficult experiences at a pace that respects your readiness.

I emphasize empathy, authenticity, and respect for your autonomy, while helping you explore patterns, clarify what matters to you, and develop practical ways forward.

Counseling for adults

I help adults work through worry, grief, painful memories, and relationship difficulties, with attention to boundaries, recurring patterns, and everyday well-being.

Counseling for adolescents ages 12–17

I help teens understand their emotions, build coping skills, and navigate relationships. My background in school counseling informs my understanding of academic stress, development, and family and peer dynamics.

Before treatment begins, we will discuss caregiver involvement, consent, and the boundaries of confidentiality, and assess whether phone counseling is an appropriate format.

How phone counseling works

All sessions take place by phone. Many clients find that removing the camera allows them to speak more openly, without worrying about appearance, eye contact, or video fatigue. All you need is a quiet, confidential space where you can speak freely without distractions or driving.

You must be physically located in Pennsylvania, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, or Vermont during appointments. I confirm your location at each session.