Thoughts of brokenness or unworthiness, feelings of anxiety or loneliness…these inner experiences are difficult to bear. They can leave us feeling disconnected and discouraged, unable to take steps toward the life we want. I can help you to see your inner strength and develop internal resources to help you weather storms such as these, and help you envision and move toward a meaningful life. I am invested in helping you identify what you want to move toward—rather than only what you want to move away from—so that you can live your life fully.
 

I am passionate about working with people living with anxiety and stress, health anxiety and health behaviors, and shame and self-criticism. I also help people looking for support in building community, pursuing balance in work/life, developing self-compassion and clarifying values. I also have experience working with those who have non-dominant religious and spiritual beliefs. I have experience incorporating dreams and imagination into therapy, when desired or indicated.

I provide a size-friendly therapy environment for all bodies to explore non-food related concerns and struggles. I understand the difficulties larger-bodied people have when navigating health care, work relationships and interpersonal relationships. The presumption often is that living in a large body means that you struggle with food and/or body dissatisfaction. I know this is not the case. You deserve a space that understands this.

I also work with individuals struggling with disordered eating patterns. In this setting, my services are best matched to people who need regular, weekly therapy, rather than more intensive services. This work isn’t easy, but it’s worth it. I can help you learn to embrace all of your inner experiences, develop self-compassion and clarify your values, and in so doing, have the freedom to be more fully yourself, living the life you would choose to live.