Carl Rogers developed this approach with the core belief that clients are the true experts in their own lives—not therapists. Our role is simply to guide and support you in making compassionate changes at your own pace, without judgment. Rogers was known for his warm and humanistic approach, and honestly, he was a pretty chill guy.

Person-centered therapy is the foundation of my practice, ensuring that every session is built on trust, empathy, and your unique journey.

Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a well-known approach to parts work or inner child work. It’s one of my favorite therapeutic models and one that I frequently incorporate into sessions. If you’ve ever seen the movie Inside Out, you already have a sense of how different “parts” of us can take the driver’s seat to protect us and help us navigate the world.

Engaging with our inner world in this way has been shown to reduce overall stress, as highlighted in a recent NPR article published in December 2024. If you want to learn more about IFS, take a look at my blog post here.

Feminist theory is a way of understanding and helping people that focuses on how social and cultural factors—like gender roles, power dynamics, and societal expectations—affect mental health. It’s not just for women; it applies to anyone who has felt the impact of inequality or oppression.

This approach encourages self-empowerment, helping you recognize and challenge the ways external influences have shaped your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. The goal is to help you reclaim your voice, build confidence, and make choices that align with your authentic self.

EMDR is a therapy that helps people process and heal from past trauma. It works by using guided eye movements (or other forms of bilateral stimulation like alternating body taps or audio sounds) while recalling distressing memories, helping the brain reprocess them in a way that reduces their emotional charge. Over time, these memories feel less overwhelming, allowing for healing and relief from symptoms like anxiety, PTSD, and negative self-beliefs.

EMDR can be a long journey and it all starts with feeling emotionally safe with me as your therapist so trust is paramount to the process.

Harm reduction in therapy is about meeting you where you are without judgment and helping you make choices that reduce risk and improve well-being, even if you’re not ready or able to completely stop a certain behavior. Instead of pushing for all-or-nothing change, it focuses on small, realistic steps that prioritize safety, self-compassion, and personal goals. It’s often used for things like substance use, self-harm, or other coping behaviors, supporting clients in making healthier decisions at your own pace.

I often integrate harm reduction with IFS, recognizing that some parts of us may not be ready to let go of the coping strategies they’ve relied on for so long. Rather than forcing change, this approach allows us to meet these parts with curiosity and compassion, honoring their protective role while exploring healthier ways to meet their needs.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a type of therapy that can help people manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and make healthier choices. It’s especially helpful for those who feel overwhelmed by their emotions or struggle with impulsive behaviors.

DBT is built on four main skills:

1. Mindfulness – Learning to stay present in the moment instead of getting lost in worries about the past or future.

2. Distress Tolerance – Coping with tough situations without making things worse.

3. Emotion Regulation – Understanding and managing emotions so they don’t feel overpowering.

4. Interpersonal Effectiveness – Communicating clearly and setting boundaries while maintaining relationships.

At its core, DBT balances acceptance (recognizing where you are without judgment) and change (taking steps to improve your life)