Welcome to the Helena Team

I am a trauma-informed child, teen, and family therapist who is deeply committed to empowering my clients with the knowledge and skills they need to heal wholeheartedly. I treat both the brain and the body and believe that all behavior is communication. Oftentimes, the challenging behaviors we see in ourselves and our children reflect underlying neurobiological processes related to trauma, unmet needs, and lagging social-emotional skills. As a therapist, it is an honor to walk alongside you on your path to healing.

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In therapy I don't just help people walk through their struggles, I help them discover what those problems are, and where they came from. In the office, I use psychodynamic, existential, and relational approaches to understand both why folks want to change, and why they haven't been able to, fully honoring that reluctance in order to make therapy enduring and empowering, ages 3 through 93, for families, couples, and individuals.

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Therapy is a lot like fishing—without patience, presence, and trust, nothing bites. As a therapist, I believe that building trust is the foundation for any meaningful therapeutic work. I bring over 25 years of experience in the human services field and have been practicing as a therapist since 2015. I specialize in family-centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, anxiety, trauma, and attachment-based approaches. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where individuals and families feel seen, heard, and empowered to grow.

What does it mean to hold space for someone else? As a clinically trained social worker, my goal is to provide a space for you that is safe, supportive, and free from judgment while pursuing growth and change. I seek to help my clients explore and identify sources of stress with a goal of improving their well-being, self-awareness, and coping skills. I enjoy working with people who are seeking to heal from traumatic life experiences, those who are working through grief and chronic stress, and those who are experiencing depression and anxiety.

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As a Provisional Licensed Counselor Professional (PLCP), I am dedicated to helping individual navigate their unique journeys toward mental well-being. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or seeing self-discovery, I am here to guide you with empathy and understanding. Therapy is a collaborative relationship between the client and the therapist working together to overcome obstacles and find peace.

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Life can be incredibly confusing, difficult, and overwhelming. There are so many issues, both in and out of our control, that come up making life harder to handle. Negative thought patterns can change your thoughts, feelings, and actions. This can make relationships and situations more challenging. I’ve lived my whole life in a family of first responders, public servants, and military. There’s no conversation I’m afraid to broach, knowing the depth mental scars can reach. Moving forward with therapy and taking responsibility for your health is an amazing first step.

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I’m glad you’re here. Seeking help is courageous. I believe that relationships are everything in therapy, so I’ll do whatever I can to get to know you as you are. I also believe that you’re the expert of your life, but sometimes trying to change your life on your own can be like mending a sailboat in the middle of a hurricane. I love being with people through their storms until the way forward becomes clear.

My approach is person-centered and attachment-based with emphasis on techniques from CBT, ACT, and IFS. Also, I have experience working with teens, their families, and young adults (ages 12 to 35) experiencing complex trauma, anxiety, and depression, but I’d love to chat if you think my approach is what you are looking for.