Why I do this work:

My journey to becoming a therapist began with my own path of self-discovery. Growing up in a family where I took on the role of caretaker and peace-maker, I often prioritized others' needs over my own. I held an unconscious belief that I wasn’t “good enough” and leaned into perfectionism and overachieving, measuring myself against an ideal that always felt out of reach. It wasn’t until after graduation, when my identity as a student was no longer defining me, that I found myself truly grappling with existential questions about who I was and what made life meaningful for me. 

I realized holding myself to such rigid standards had huge hidden costs and started on the terrifying process of self-exploration. I began approaching life from a place of curiosity and authenticity, instead of fear and avoidance. This newfound freedom allowed me to pursue a path that felt true to myself, leading me to leave the tech industry and enter the field of social work, eventually earning a Master’s in Social Work at Portland State University. 

As a therapist, my own experiences with identity exploration—embracing my queerness, discovering my gender identity, and practicing meditation—inform my approach to therapy. I am particularly passionate about working with individuals who are navigating their own journeys of self-discovery. Whether you're a young adult, undergoing a career transition, or exploring queer and trans identities at any stage of life, I’m here to support you in differentiating between what you’ve been told you should want and what you genuinely desire.Let’s work together to peel back the layers of societal expectations and explore what truly matters to you.

My own experiences as a queer & trans person have helped shaped my values. I bring my values around social justice into my work as a clinician. I am non-monogamy/poly affirming, Health-at-Every-Size informed, neurodivergent affirming, anti-racist, disability informed, asexuality affirming, and sex worker affirming. I aim to honor your experiences and identities & how the intersections you hold impact your relationship to yourself and others.

I deeply value client agency and self-determination. For me, client-centered therapy extends beyond addressing your goals; it’s about building independence and nurturing confidence in your own voice.