Reconnect with
You.
Offering Culturally Affirming Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR therapy to adults in the greater Phoenix area and online throughout Arizona, guiding you toward healing and self-discovery.
"Deep in their roots, all flowers keep the light."- Theodore Roethke
Treatment Approach
My therapy approach combines Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), attachment work, and mindfulness practices to help you find relief from patterns you’ve been stuck in and heal the emotional wounds and beliefs about yourself that you carry. Together, we’ll explore strategies that bring hope and fulfillment, clarity and self compassion, so that new possibilities can emerge.​
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I specialize in healing the effects of trauma, which can cause past experiences to resurface in ways that feel overwhelming. My approach gently supports the mind and body in releasing trauma, using IFS, attachment work, and EMDR to reprocess and integrate these events, bringing relief from symptoms and triggers.
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As a therapist, I offer warmth, compassion, and interactive guidance. You hold the wisdom to heal, and I’m here to support and walk with you on your journey to greater ease and freedom.
Internal Family Systems
(IFS)
IFS is a therapy approach that helps you explore and understand the different "parts" or aspects of your personality, which can sometimes be in conflict. For example, one part of you may be angry, while another part feels vulnerable. IFS guides you to heal and harmonize these parts, allowing more access to your innate qualities of compassion, clarity, curiosity, calm, confidence, courage, connection, and creativity.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
EMDR is a structured therapy designed to help people process and heal from traumatic memories. During sessions, you focus on the trauma while moving your eyes in specific patterns, which can help the brain reprocess painful experiences in a less distressing way. It’s widely used to treat PTSD, anxiety, and other trauma-related conditions, allowing people to move forward with less emotional pain.
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Mindfulness
Practices
Mindfulness is a therapeutic practice where you focus on being fully present in the moment, paying attention to your thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations without judgment. It helps you develop awareness and acceptance, which can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. Practicing mindfulness can improve your emotional regulation and overall well-being by fostering a calm and centered mindset.
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"When we deny the story it defines us. When we own the story, we can write a brave new ending."- Brené Brown
Common Issues
Trauma
Trauma refers to the emotional and psychological impact of distressing or harmful experiences. It is quite common, with many people carrying the effects of past trauma in their daily lives. Therapy helps by providing a safe space to process and heal from these events, often using approaches like IFS, EMDR, mindfulness, and somatic practices to restore emotional balance.
Attachment Wounds
Attachment wounds are emotional injuries that arise from early relationship difficulties, often with caregivers. They can lead to challenges in forming healthy relationships later in life. Therapy helps by addressing and healing these wounds, developing greater self-compassion internal safety, and new patterns of relating to others.
Personal Growth
Personal growth refers to the ongoing process of evolving emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Many people seek therapy for guidance in this journey. Therapy helps by encouraging self-reflection, identifying growth areas, and supporting individuals in reaching their full potential.
Anxiety
Anxiety is a persistent feeling of worry, nervousness, or fear that many people experience, often affecting their ability to function. It is one of the most common mental health concerns worldwide. Therapy helps by identifying triggers and developing some relief from the overwhelm that many carry in their body and mind. We bring curiosity and understanding to the parts of you that experience the anxiety, to help them release the burdens they carry, and to allow for greater ease, calm, and confidence.
Grief & Loss
Grief is a natural response to losing someone or something important, often leading to intense emotions that can feel overwhelming. Nearly everyone experiences grief at some point in life. Therapy helps by offering support, navigating the grief journey together, and helping find a way to live meaningfully after a loss.
LGBTQIA+ ISSUES
As a therapist working with LGBTQIA+ communities, I create a safe, affirming, and inclusive space where clients can explore their identities without judgment. My approach recognizes the unique challenges faced, including navigating societal pressures, internalized negative beliefs and shame, and the impact of discrimination. I support LGBTQIA+ clients navigating current microaggressions and systemic oppression and healing from the impact of past discrimination, bullying, and other forms of harm and rejection. Together, we focus on fostering self-acceptance, belonging, and empowerment.
Depression
Depression is characterized by persistent sadness, low energy, difficulty focusing, feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, and loss of interest in daily activities. Therapy helps by exploring the underlying causes, developing resources to help create an internal shift, and fostering a sense of hope and empowerment to reconnect and engage in your life.
Life Changes & Transitions
Life changes, such as moving, changing jobs, or significant shifts in personal roles, can create feelings of uncertainty and stress. These transitions are common and can affect anyone at different points in life. Therapy helps by providing tools to navigate these changes, offering emotional support, and creating a sense of stability and direction.
Spirituality
Spirituality often involves a sense of connection to something greater than oneself, which can be a source of meaning and purpose. Many people seek therapy to explore spiritual questions or conflicts. Therapy helps by offering a space to reflect on spiritual beliefs, resolve conflicts, and integrate spirituality into one’s overall well-being.
Request Complimentary Consultation
I offer a complimentary conversation so that we have the opportunity to discuss your specific needs, concerns and questions. Please fill out the form below and I will be in contact shortly with scheduling options.
