I read somewhere that a good question changes the story, that it has the power to disrupt patterns, and to transport us to new places. The power of a good question is what attracted me to therapy. Here, in the therapy room, questions are the tool by which most change is made; like a sculptor, each question gives way to new possibilities, constantly transforming the shape of the sculpture. Questions are bred through curiosity; they create a kaleidoscopic lens through which to view the person sitting across the room, and to look at all the individual, relational, and collective structures that have come together to bring that person here, in this moment. Curiosity asks rather than assumes, and allows us to challenge unworkable patterns and to explore new interpretations that can take our stories in a different direction.

I believe that the world deserves our authentic self, and I strive to remain authentic in my work as a therapist. This may mean incorporating humor, challenging and keeping clients accountable, or showing up to my own feelings in the therapy room.

Beyond my identity as a therapist, I am drawn to advocating for animals and for their rights. Someday, I hope to give more towards this cause. I also enjoy creating, and teaching myself simple and new things. I am generally drawn to slower living, and I love lazy days. Like all of us, there are days when I struggle with contradiction and uncertainty, and with the frustration that comes with these. But it is during those times that I learn the most about being human, and it is through those experiences that I am able to better connect with the experiences of my people and my clients.