Specializations
Everyone deserves a therapist who understands their story, their pace, and their goals.
Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all; it’s a partnership built on trust, safety, and real understanding. I work with adults, veterans, first responders, and couples who are ready to heal from trauma, strengthen relationships, and reconnect with themselves.
My approach is trauma-informed, evidence-based, and tailored to what works best for you. However we decide how to process and heal, we’ll move at a pace that feels safe and sustainable.
Trauma and PTSD
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Trauma is not just what happened to you.
It’s what stayed inside your nervous system afterward.
Trauma is not weakness, drama, attention-seeking, or something you “should be over by now.” Trauma is the body’s natural survival response when something felt overwhelming, unsafe, or too much to process at the time.
Trauma lives in the body’s memory, not just the mind.
It can show up as:
Irritability or shutdown
Anxiety or overthinking
Trouble sleeping or relaxing
Feeling disconnected or numb
People-pleasing, perfectionism, or staying “strong” no matter what
Trauma isn’t always caused by one big event.
Sometimes it’s years of carrying things alone.
Sometimes it’s what didn’t happen...the comfort, safety, or care we needed and never received.
Trauma isn’t a character flaw, it’s a survival strategy.
And survival strategies can be healed.
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Trauma isn’t always a single event and it isn’t always obvious. It can be chronic, subtle, or hidden behind humor, productivity, or strength. Trauma may show up as:
Feeling constantly on edge or “ready for impact”
Difficulty relaxing or sleeping
Emotional numbness or disconnection
Moments of anger, irritation, or overwhelm
Guilt or feeling like a burden
Trouble trusting others or feeling truly safe
Memories or situations that trigger intense reactions
Struggling to be present with loved ones
Feeling like you’re “doing life” instead of actually living
You may appear strong on the outside while feeling exhausted on the inside. That kind of strength often comes at a cost and therapy is a place where you don’t have to carry it alone.
Why Trauma Stays in the Body
Even when the mind tries to move forward, the body remembers. Trauma affects the nervous system, our ability to regulate emotions, and how safe we feel in relationships. When healing doesn’t happen, trauma can impact:
Body
Tension, fatigue, headaches, sleep issues
Emotions
irritability, anxiety, shutdown, numbness
Relationships
conflict, avoidance, difficulty trusting
Identity
shame, confusion, isolation, feeling
PTSD & Complex Trauma
PTSD may be diagnosed after a specific traumatic event.
Complex trauma (C-PTSD) often results from ongoing stress, instability, or emotional neglect over time.
Signs of PTSD or C-PTSD may include:
Flashbacks or intrusive memories
Avoidance of certain places, people, or conversations
Sudden emotional reactions you can’t explain
Feeling detached, misunderstood, or alone
A sense of waiting for something bad to happen
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In trauma therapy, we focus on:
Rebuilding safety within the body
Understanding triggers & emotional patterns
Repairing trust and security in relationships
Processing painful experiences at a safe pace
Reconnecting with purpose, identity, and hope
This is not about “reliving” trauma, it’s about reshaping how it lives within you.
Military Members, Veterans, and First Responders
Serving others, whether in the military, law enforcement, fire, EMS, or dispatch, comes with immense responsibility, pressure, and sacrifice. You’re trained to stay calm, strong, and composed no matter what’s happening around you. But behind that strength, it’s common to feel exhausted, disconnected, or haunted by experiences you’ve had to suppress to keep moving. Therapy for veterans, military members and first responders is a space to take off the armor. It’s where you can talk openly, process what’s been weighing on you, and start feeling like yourself again, without judgment, rank, or expectations.
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As both a U.S. Army Veteran and military spouse, I understand the unique culture and unspoken rules that come with service life. My approach combines EMDR, parts work, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and mindfulness-based tools to help you process trauma, manage stress, and rebuild a sense of safety and control.
We’ll focus on grounding, emotional regulation, and practical tools that fit your lifestyle. You don’t have to talk about every detail, we’ll work with how your mind and body hold stress so you can finally release it.
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This work is for active-duty members, veterans, first responders, and their families who are carrying the invisible weight of service. Whether you’ve experienced combat, line-of-duty trauma, burnout, loss, or the strain of constant vigilance, this is a place to reset and recover.
Many of my clients are high-functioning individuals who “hold it together” for everyone else but struggle privately with irritability, guilt, emotional disconnection, or a sense of isolation.
What it can look like day to day:
Trouble sleeping or shutting off your mind
Feeling constantly alert or “on edge”
Irritability or emotional numbness
Pulling away from your partner or family
Difficulty relaxing or trusting others
Using work, alcohol, or distraction to avoid slowing down
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What to Expect
Therapy is structured, confidential, and collaborative. You can expect honesty, empathy, and practical tools, not vague talk or judgment. We’ll move at your pace, building safety and trust before diving deeper. Over time, you’ll notice more calm, clarity, and connection, both on and off duty.
I offer virtual sessions, making therapy accessible no matter your location or schedule. Many clients find that working online allows them to process more comfortably from home without the commute or the sense of exposure that can come with in-person sessions.
Healing doesn’t mean forgetting what you’ve seen or done, it means learning to live with it differently. You may begin to sleep better, reconnect with loved ones, manage stress more effectively, and find moments of peace that once felt impossible. The goal isn’t to erase your past, it’s to reclaim your strength and rebuild your life with balance, purpose, and calm.
Couples Therapy
Couples therapy is for partners who are ready to improve communication, rebuild trust, or deepen emotional connection. It’s especially helpful if you’ve experienced:
Emotional or physical infidelity
Communication breakdowns or frequent conflict
Emotional distance or avoidance
Trauma that has affected the relationship
Difficulty rebuilding after major life changes or stressors
Whether you’ve been together for years or are trying to reconnect after separation, this is a safe space to slow down, understand what’s really happening beneath the surface, and start repairing.
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Feeling unheard or misunderstood
Arguing over small things that spiral quickly
Avoiding difficult conversations to “keep the peace”
Feeling like roommates instead of partners
Wanting connection but not knowing how to reach each other
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Our sessions are structured but flexible. We’ll focus on helping you both feel safe enough to communicate honestly and vulnerable enough to connect deeply. You can expect guided exercises, reflection, and practical strategies to use between sessions.
I offer virtual couples therapy, which allows partners to join from different locations if needed. Many couples find virtual sessions more comfortable, especially when discussing sensitive or emotional topics from the privacy of their own home.
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Healing in a relationship doesn’t happen overnight, but it is absolutely possible. You may notice small shifts at first — softer conversations, greater understanding, or moments of closeness that felt out of reach. Over time, those small moments build a foundation of trust, safety, and connection.
My goal is to help you both feel seen, supported, and reconnected not just as partners, but as individuals capable of creating a relationship that feels safe, alive, and fulfilling again.
Couples Therapy
Relationships can be one of our greatest sources of strength and also one of our deepest sources of pain. Over time, stress, miscommunication, unresolved conflict, or betrayal can create emotional distance between partners. Whether you’re feeling disconnected, stuck in repeated arguments, or struggling to rebuild trust after infidelity, couples therapy can help you find your way back to each other.
Couples therapy is not about blame, it’s about understanding. It’s a process that helps both partners feel heard, learn to communicate safely, and begin repairing the emotional foundation of the relationship.
Relationships don’t break overnight, they erode slowly through silence, misunderstanding, pressure, or unresolved pain. Whether you are rebuilding after trauma, repairing trust, or trying to reconnect before things fall apart, therapy can provide structure, clarity, and a safe place to communicate what’s hard to say at home.
I work with couples and individuals who want movement, accountability, and strategies that last.
When Relationships Feel Stuck
Relationship stress can show up as:
The same argument on repeat
Feeling unseen, unheard, or misunderstood
Resentment building under the surface
Walking on eggshells to keep the peace
Loss of connection, desire, or intimacy
Difficulty expressing emotions or needs
Trouble letting go of past hurt
Fear of bringing things up because it never ends well
Couples Therapy: Areas I Specialize In
Building communication & emotional trust
Military, veteran & first responder couples
Rebuilding after emotional injury or betrayal and infidelity
High-pressure families & high-performance dynamics
Conflict resolution & emotional regulation
Couples navigating stress, trauma, or transitions
Relationship anxiety & attachment patterns
Strengthening teamwork in parenting and partnership
Couples therapeutic focus may include:
Building emotional safety & regulation
Communication skills that actually work under stress
Structured sessions to prevent arguments from spiraling
Attachment & nervous system dynamics
Realistic strategies for change outside sessions
Performance mindset: learning to become a team again
What Healing Can Look Like
Conversations that don’t turn into arguments
Better understanding of each other’s stress signals
Repaired trust after distance or conflict
Improved emotional and physical intimacy
Reconnection to purpose, partner
How I Help Couples
I work with couples who are ready to do the deeper work of rebuilding safety, trust, and connection. My approach is collaborative, direct, and grounded in empathy. I draw from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman-informed methods, attachment theory, and trauma-focused work to help you and your partner understand your patterns and shift how you relate to each other.
For couples healing from infidelity or trauma within the relationship, we’ll move at a steady pace balancing accountability with compassion. You’ll learn how to communicate more effectively, express needs without defense, and begin to see each other as teammates again rather than opponents.
My goal is to help you both feel seen, supported, and reconnected not just as partners, but as individuals capable of creating a relationship that feels safe, alive, and fulfilling again.
Ready To Begin?
If you’re ready to stop surviving and start healing, schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if we’re the right fit.
Together, we’ll create a plan that fits your goals and helps you move forward with confidence, connection, and peace.