My Therapeutic Approaches
Cognitive Behavior Therapy
In this therapeutic approach, we work together to understand how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected. The idea is that by noticing and gently challenging unhelpful thinking and behavioral patterns, we can start making changes that improve how you feel and help you respond to situations in a more balanced way. As Christians, this aligns with Scripture, which encourages us to ‘take every thought captive to make it obedient to Christ’ (2 Corinthians 10:5), helping us renew our minds and walk in a way that aligns with God’s design for us.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy teaches skills to manage emotions, handle stress, and build healthier relationships—all of which can support a life that reflects Christ’s example of grace, truth, and balance. It echoes the biblical call to live with self-control, patience, and compassion, and reminds us that we can hold both acceptance and the call to grow, just as God meets us where we are while lovingly calling us forward.
Person Centered Therapy
In Person-Centered Therapy, the focus is on creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel deeply heard, accepted, and valued—just as you are. As Christians, we believe each person is made in the image of God and inherently worthy of love and dignity. This approach reflects God’s unconditional love and reminds us that healing often begins when we experience genuine acceptance, much like the grace Christ offers us.
Specialties
Anxiety
Anxiety is our body’s natural response to stress, but when it becomes persistent or overwhelming, it can interfere with daily life. You may feel stuck in your thoughts, constantly on edge, or unable to relax. In therapy, we’ll work together to understand your anxiety, develop coping tools, and, if desired, explore how faith can be a source of peace and grounding.
OCD
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) involves unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions) done to ease anxiety. It can feel exhausting and isolating, but with the right support, healing is possible. In therapy, we’ll work together to break the cycle of OCD with evidence-based tools and, if you choose, through the lens of your Christian faith.
Grief
Grief is a natural response to loss—whether of a loved one, a relationship, a season of life, or even a sense of identity. It can bring waves of sadness, confusion, anger, or numbness, and no two grief journeys look the same. In therapy, I offer a supportive space to process your grief at your own pace, with room for both emotional healing and spiritual hope.
Trauma
Trauma is the emotional response to distressing experiences that overwhelm your sense of safety or control. It can leave lasting effects—like anxiety, numbness, hypervigilance, or feeling disconnected from yourself or others. In therapy, we’ll gently explore these wounds, build tools for healing, and, if desired, anchor your recovery in the hope and redemption found in Christ.
Boundaries
Boundaries are the limits we set to protect our emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being in relationships. Without healthy boundaries, it’s easy to feel drained, resentful, or overwhelmed. In therapy, we’ll work on identifying your needs, building confidence to say “no” when needed, and learning when to say “yes”—guided by both wisdom and grace.
Life Transitions
Life transitions—whether expected or unexpected—can stir up stress, uncertainty, and grief. Changes like going to college, starting a new job, getting married, becoming a parent, or facing loss can leave you feeling unsteady. Therapy offers a space to process these shifts, find clarity, and move forward with peace and purpose, grounded in your values and faith.