Beyond the residue of a painful childhood lies a world of possibilities….

I help people feel more empowered to live better lives

What if your past didn’t get the final say in your life?

You wake up ready to start the day, but an old, familiar anxiety or heaviness creeps in. Maybe it’s that inner critic who whispers that you’re not good enough. Perhaps you find yourself repeating other self-sabotaging habits like people-pleasing or perfectionism-wondering why it’s so hard to break free.

You’re not alone. I’ve met many courageous people in my practice who’ve asked themselves the same questions:

  • Why do I feel stuck, even after trying to change?

  • Why does anxiety or sadness seem to run my life?

  • Will I ever feel truly at peace?

For over 20 years, I’ve helped people like you to discover that hope is real. Your life doesn’t have to be controlled by childhood wounds or old survival strategies.

The Hidden Impact of Childhood Wounds

When we’re young, we do whatever it takes to feel better. Sometimes, those early coping strategies-like shutting down emotions or often putting others first-becomes tiresome and frustrating. Difficult childhoods can show up as:

  • Anxiety, panic, or hyper-vigilance

  • Depression or emotional numbness

  • Trouble setting boundaries

  • Difficult relationships

  • A harsh inner critic or constant self-doubt

  • Perfectionism and “imposter syndrome”

I worked with a client who felt “on edge,” never able to relax, even in when she knew it didn’t make sense. Together, we traced those feelings back to a childhood spent walking on eggshells. Through trauma-focused therapy, she learned to calm her nervous system and trust herself again. Her anxiety was replaced with calm and self-confidence. Her story is one of many.

It's Not You, It’s Your Biology

Here’s something most people don’t realize: When old painful experiences get triggered, your brain can go into survival mode. Logic takes a back seat. It’s hard to remember you’re safe, let alone remember to be kind to yourself. You react instead of respond. This isn’t a personal failing-it’s how our bodies are wired to protect us.

How I Can Help

My approach combines warmth, deep listening, and effective trauma therapies. I trust your inner wisdom and your ability to heal will release you from your past. Together, we’ll create a space for transforming your life.

I use evidence-based methods like:

  • EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)

  • Somatic Mindfulness-Based Therapy (Sensorimotor Psychotherapy)

  • Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment (TIST)

  • The Flash Technique

What Can Change?

From working together, many clients experience:

  • Greater emotional resilience and self-compassion

  • The ability to be present and authentic in your life

  • Healthier, more satisfying relationships

  • A deeper sense of fulfillment and purpose

Ready to Begin?

If you’re tired of old wounds calling the shots, let’s talk. I invite you to schedule a free 30-minute consultation-no pressure, just a chance to see if this work feels right for you.

Your story isn’t over. Let’s write the next chapter together