What inspired you to become a therapist?

Before becoming a therapist, I worked as a hospital chaplain, where I had the privilege of accompanying people through some of the most challenging moments of their lives. While it was meaningful to support individuals and families in their grief and confusion, I often found myself wishing for the opportunity to continue those conversations beyond the hospital walls. Therapy allows me to engage with clients in a more in-depth and consistent way, building a trusting relationship over time. In the therapeutic space, I strive to create an atmosphere of calm and safety that encourages the exploration of deeper thoughts and feelings.

How do you describe your counseling style?

My aim is to create a sense of trust and safety that allows you to access parts of yourself that you might ordinarily push down or shut out. I believe healing occurs when we explore our inner lives. While sharing these thoughts and emotions can be healing on its own, my goal is to go deeper, helping you transform how you relate to these different aspects of yourself. It’s a privilege to witness clients uncover compassion for themselves, which gradually brings their systems back into balance.

What books have made the biggest impact on your life?

No Bad Parts, Richard Schwartz

When Things Fall Apart, Pema Chodron

The Body Keeps the Score, Bessel van der Kolk

A Little Life, Hanya Yanagihara

Just Kids, Patti Smith