my approach:
thoughts for new clients:
ABOUT ME:
As a social work intern, I am dedicated to connecting with people on their healing journey. With a strong belief in the power of therapy to affect positive change, I aspire to create a safe and inclusive space in which mutual trust is built and fostered. I believe the traditional hierarchical structures that have long characterized the therapeutic relationship can create barriers to the therapeutic alliance — I prefer to engage each client with humanity, empathy and humility, using a strengths-based, client-centered approach.
Being committed to social justice, I am focused on serving members of the LGBTQ+ community, immigrants and those navigating the complexities of depression, anxiety or trauma. My goal is to partner with my clients, ensuring each session meets their needs, thereby making a lasting impact in their lives.
Before starting my journey as a therapist, I spent the first half of my career immersed in the field of graphic design. Through my professional experiences as a creator, I have come to appreciate the profound importance of creativity and self-expression. Regardless of whether they have an established creative practice, if comfortable, I encourage my clients to embrace their creative selves during our sessions.
Outside of school and work, I enjoy engaging in community advocacy and volunteering in LGBTQ+ communities. I also have a passion for political action in the form of volunteering for progressive political candidates who share my vision for a more equitable world.
