Abuse

I am passionate about supporting those with trauma histories to re-discover their innate resilience. I have experience working with those who have experienced abuse, neglect, violence, and other traumatic events, often intertwined with contextual and societal factors such as racism and poverty. I integrate traditional talk therapy with body-based modalities and education to empower my clients.

Emotional abuse, verbal abuse, sexual abuse, domestic, financial, and spiritual abuse all wreak havoc on your identity. You are not what the offender told you, you were. We can work to untangle those belief patterns with a deeper understanding of story-work.

In therapy, we create a safe and supportive space where you feel heard, validated, and empowered. Our work focuses on addressing the emotional, physical, and psychological impacts of abuse while helping you regain a sense of control and wholeness in your life. Confronting abuse is hard, but living the life you deserve is absolutely worth it.

Addiction and Substance abuse can leave the person suffering depleted and despondent with their repeated use and failures at staying sober. I believe addiction is a disease, but that does not mean there is not hope and a chance for the addict to take the right steps needed in their life to conquer their demons.

Most of my experience and training focuses on healing from trauma. Many of my clients experience some form of abuse such as emotional, physical, sexual, financial, and more- whether that is from specific individuals or even through societal oppression.

Confidential counseling services are provided for individuals and families to support those who have experienced various levels of trauma resulting in life long challenges. Because trauma changes brain development especially in children, individual therapy is provided with children and educational counseling is provided to parents to ensure parents attain the necessary tools needed for nurturing and meeting the child right where they are.

Abuse can be extremely difficult to bring up to your therapist and that's okay. You have control on when and how you want to open about this issue. I believe in creating safe space and having a connection with my clients is the start of the process.

Whether it was at the hands of a narcissistic parent or abusive partner, I specialize in helping clients overcome trauma resulting from interpersonal relationships. Using a combination of EMDR and talk therapy, we work together to calm that ever-present sense of uneasiness, regain a feeling of safety, and learn to trust in your own judgement. I am living proof that you can overcome abuse and trauma to live a rich and fulfilling life on your own terms.

I'm currently in the process of completing a Narcissistic Abuse Treatment course in the process of becoming a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC). I know that pop psychology has taken over words like "narcissism" and "abuse", and I aim to provide clarity on and validate your experience. I will meet you from a nonjudgmental place of empathy and help you find ways to strengthen your voice and live life with healthy relationships.

I specialize in providing support and guidance for individuals affected by domestic abuse, offering a safe and compassionate space for healing and empowerment. My approach involves helping survivors understand the dynamics of abuse, build safety plans, and navigate the emotional, psychological, and physical challenges they face. I use trauma-informed, evidence-based strategies to address issues.

When the relationship with a caregiver represents trauma, lack of empathy and even cruelty, the implications last long past childhood. As an adult you may have dedicated yourself into work and/or your family in order to soothe that pain inside, yet something is still amiss. You struggle with self-worth and insecurity. In therapy, we can collaboratively work through that place of pain and loneliness towards a place of wholeness and connection. 

Victims of abuse feel like they have completely lost themselves. When you experience trauma, there are severe ramifications that impact your ability to function holistically in your life. As the confusion and disorientation of this experience sets in, you may feel alone, hopeless, and ashamed. You start to distrust your own healthy instincts and this leads to difficulty making decisions and people pleasing. Therapy helps rebuild your self-esteem and recover your self agency. Call or email today.

Sexual Trauma Narcissistic relationships Physical Abuse Verbal Abuse Emotional Abuse

Childhood abuse, interpersonal violence, traumatic events, chronic stress, burnout, and compassion fatigue - all can have devastating impacts on our ability to function. I have focused my education and experience on trauma healing and enjoy a variety of approaches tailored to each individual. You don't have to talk about the bad things that happen to you anymore. There are a myriad of techniques to calm your nervous system, reprocess your experiences, and reconnect with the world around you.

Narcissist dick or controlling, manipulative behaviors in others is not acceptable. Finding safety, security oh, and a place to fully express your feelings invaluable. I conduct ongoing support groups for like-minded people in toxic relationships with unpredictable partners.

I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and have worked with trauma for many years. Abuse and trauma can have a huge impact on how you live your life and the safety lens with which you view the world. I work with patients to find a way to not let your trauma overtake you, so you are able to live in the world and interact in your relationships without the weight of your trauma holding you back. You are so much more than your trauma.

I have worked extensively with child & adult survivors of emotional/physical/sexual abuse & violence. I am well versed in acute and post traumatic stress disorder and have developed and facilitated group curricula that focus on reducing isolation, guilt/shame and self-blame; building self-esteem, positive support systems and coping skills; and increasing a sense of mastery & personal empowerment. I am sensitive to guiding the process at a pace that feels most comfortable and safe to each person.