“It may be that when we no longer know what to do we have come to our real work, and that when we no longer know which way to go we have come to our real journey. The mind that is not baffled is not employed. The impeded stream is the one that sings.”

Wendell Berry, from Standing by Words

Imagine having a dedicated space, just for you, where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment.

A therapy session is a private, one-on-one conversation between you and me. We might meet in person or connect virtually through HIPAA-compliant software. You can talk about day-to-day struggles, deeper emotional pain, relationships, or things you’ve never said out loud before. At first, it might feel unfamiliar or even a little uncomfortable, but over time, it can become a space that’s just for you.

Whether it’s the convenience of telehealth, the quiet calm of my office, or the peacefulness of being outdoors together, we’ll navigate your journey — both the hard parts and the healing — side by side. I’ll listen without judgment and ask questions to help us gain clarity about your experiences and needs. I may also offer observations or suggestions to help you better understand yourself and cope with life’s challenges.

A therapist is like a skilled guide, someone who can offer fresh perspectives and tools to help you navigate whatever you're going through.

  • Life is little like a stream

    Sometimes it's a calm, clear trickle, easy to navigate. Other times, it's a raging river, full of rapids and obstacles that feel overwhelming. Our feelings, thoughts, and experiences are like the water flowing through that stream – constantly moving, changing, and sometimes picking up debris.

  • Finding the flow

    Often, we get stuck trying to fight the current, or we try to dam up emotions, which just makes things worse. Therapy helps us learn to notice the flow of our own stream – our thoughts, feelings, and reactions – without judgment. It teaches us to observe what's happening without getting swept away.

  • Clearing blockages

    Sometimes, rocks, fallen branches, or even trash accumulate in our stream. These represent past hurts, old habits, or negative beliefs that stop our natural flow. In therapy, we work to identify these blockages and gently, carefully, remove them, allowing the water to move more freely.

  • Navigating rough patches

    Life naturally has rapids and twists. Therapy doesn't remove the rapids, but it helps us learn how to paddle more effectively, how to steer around obstacles, and how to stay afloat even when the current is strong. It builds our inner "river skills."

  • Connecting to the bigger river

    A small stream eventually flows into a larger river, and then perhaps to a lake or ocean. This is like connection. As we work on our individual stream in therapy, we become healthier, clearer, and more able to connect with the larger "river" of relationships and community. Our own well-being contributes to the health of the whole system.

  • Understanding the landscape

    A therapist is like a seasoned guide who knows the river well. They can point out hidden rocks, suggest different paths, and help us understand why the water might be behaving in a certain way. They don't paddle for us, but they offer guidance and support as we navigate our own unique journey.