All Behaviors Make Sense

My approach is deeply rooted in nervous system regulation - when we feel safe in our bodies, everything else becomes possible. I work from the understanding that many of our struggles stem from patterns developed to protect us. My job isn't to pathologize these adaptations but to help you understand them with compassion and curiosity.

But First, Regulation

I have learned that true strength isn't about pushing through pain or forcing outcomes. Short term, we can get through almost anything; we are incredibly resilient. Unfortunately, this is not a long-term strategy. Sometimes, real strength is actually stopping. Softening. I believe real healing happens when we develop the capacity to pause, to feel what's happening in our bodies, and to respond from a place of inner-wisdom and trust, rather than reactivity. This same principle guides every therapeutic relationship I enter.

Nourish Your Nervous System

Healing happens in the spaces between us - in the quality of presence we bring to ourselves and co-regulation with each other. Sometimes to heal we have to slow down in held space just enough to and open our hearts to witness our own tender spots. I believe this because I’ve gone through this process myself. I’ve been in the dark places and had to find my way through; this is the knowing and tenderness (and skill!!) I bring into our work. I can be there with you. Through heart-full, compassionate witness, playfulness, evidence-based tools and integrity, you’ll learn to step out of non-serving habits and embrace what your being has always known: you are worth protecting and cherishing.

Connect and (Co)Regulate

As we hold space for this knowledge and self-forgiveness, we open doors to do differently. This might mean healing inter-generational trauma, developing new ways of being in relationship, creating different patterns around food and body, or learning to honor your authentic identity when family or cultural systems haven't provided models for this. The good news is that all is possible and deeply worth your heartfelt efforts!