Approach
My work is rooted in a trauma-informed, person-centered, integrative approach that honors the whole person. I incorporate and interweave components of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and, when appropriate, EMDR to support both practical skill-building and deeper healing.
For eating disorder and related body image work, I practice from a Health at Every Size (HAES)® and body neutrality lens, helping clients move away from shame and toward sustainable, compassionate care of themselves. I’ve found that providing psychoeducation about how eating disorders affect the brain and body can be an important motivator for change. Reframing mentalities and working towards food as nourishment often helps reduce shame, challenge distorted beliefs, and rebuild trust and self-compassion toward the body. I view this foundation as a supportive complement to deeper therapeutic work. I regularly collaborate with registered dietitians, psychiatric nurse practitioners, psychiatrists, primary care providers, and pediatricians to ensure thoughtful, coordinated care.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I often utilize a CBT approach to help clients identify unhelpful patterns and develop practical strategies to challenge them, supporting more balanced thinking and healthier coping. CBT is an effective, evidence-based approach for a wide range of concerns that I address in my practice.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps individuals develop a healthier relationship with their thoughts and emotions rather than trying to eliminate them. Through mindfulness and values-based work, ACT work supports you in building psychological flexibility—so you can respond to challenges more effectively and take meaningful steps toward the life you want to live.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
In my practice, I use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), an evidence-based therapy, to support clients who have experienced any life event(s) that continue to cause emotional distress or self-limiting beliefs. My goal is to create a safe and attuned environment where clients can process their experiences, shed negative beliefs, and move toward greater freedom, balance, and emotional wellbeing.
For more information, please visit the EMDR International Association website: www.emdria.org
Mindfulness Techniques
Mindfulness is the practice of paying gentle, nonjudgmental attention to the present moment—your thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations. In therapy, I speak to and teach mindfulness and grounding techniques to help clients develop awareness of patterns in thinking and behavior, manage stress and anxiety, and respond to difficult emotions with curiosity and compassion rather than judgment. By cultivating these skills, clients often find greater clarity, emotional balance, less anxiety and self-judgement, and a deeper connection to themselves and their experiences.
Health at Every Size (HAES)® and Body Neutrality Mentality
In my practice, I embrace the Health at Every Size® (HAES®) framework and a body-neutral approach. This means we focus on overall well-being rather than appearance. Together, we work on building a compassionate, balanced relationship with your body—honoring its functionality, respecting its needs, and focusing on the “whole self.” By shifting the focus away from “body perfection” clients may begin to cultivate a more peaceful, sustainable approach to wellness and their bodies.
