One of my favorite quotes is "once you've met someone with Autism...you've met someone with Autism." Everyone is so unique and that extends to how I will work with you, whatever your issues might be. You will never have to convince me of who you are, what it is like to be queer, neurodivergent, a teen in high school, an adult navigating the ups and downs of relationships, or feelings of being different. I am here to get to know you at your own pace and in whatever way feels best, whether that is immediately or over the course of weeks or months. 

I make my office super comfy and dial up or tone down the vibe depending on what you need. I have a no shoes policy and encourage you to literally kick your shoes off and come to therapy as you are. Whether you need to decompress and go through my box of fidget toys, get your frustration out on my Nintendo Switch, or just sit quietly, my space is meant to help you feel comfortable. I bring that mentality to how I engage with you and do our sessions. And if we're meeting virtually, you can still put in votes on what socks I will wear (there are over 40 pairs and I take recommendations for new ones) or what plants will appear next on my windowsill.

It is incredibly rare I haven't dealt with something before, especially suicidal ideation, questioning sexuality, or dealing with deep dark feelings you don't know what to do with or feel like you can't share with parents or friends. Chances are I've been there too, and I incorporate real life examples that help you feel understood and heard.

The flow of our therapy sessions changes based on your needs. Everyone thinks of a couch where you lay back and just talk (although mine is comfy with pillows). The first couple of sessions might be awkward or feel strange, especially if this your first time in therapy, and that is beyond ok. I view myself as a guide in your journey. I will very rarely tell you what you need to do or give direct instructions. I will let you figure things out and give you the tools to reach your goals, but at the end of the day you will feel so much better and lead a healthier life because you got there on your terms.

For those with a PDA profile, are neurodivergent, or simply have a ton of stress in their lives, a large part of therapy is just having a space to unmask and unwind. My approach in these cases is to go with the flow and let you tell me what you need on any given day or week. I will support you in whatever way is most helpful, and will always be open and upfront about where my methodology is. I always say there's a method to my madness, and that's definitely the case here! Some days we might just sit and fiddle around with fidget toys in silence or while you vent, and other days we might do so much problem solving you could write a journal article about it. Whatever we end up doing, it will be at a pace that helps you the most.

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Most important, I am always open to feedback. If I do things or go at a pace that is not working for you I want to know about it so I can change. I want to be the best therapist and support possible. My clients regularly tell me they can brutally honest with me, and I hope we can get there as well.

If you have any questions on how I approach therapy or if we would be good working together, please feel free to reach out and ask away!

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