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A mindful approach to therapy
Growing emotional resilience, authoring our story, and living authentically — one seed at a time.I see therapy as a process of cultivation. Together, we notice what’s thriving, what needs care, and what may need gentle pruning so you can grow in a direction that feels true to who you are. My approach is steady, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices.
While therapy sessions and progression are unique to the individual and their circumstances, common areas of focus include:
emotion regulation and distress tolerance
understanding your story and narratives that shape you
clarifying personal values and living authentically
Emotion Regulation
Life brings stress, pressure, and moments that feel overwhelming. I help clients:
Build habits that support emotional stability
Learn tools for staying grounded during conflict, uncertainty, or intense emotions
Strengthen their capacity to bounce back from stress rather than shutting down or exploding
This work helps you feel more steady and in control—especially when life demands a lot from you.
Authoring Your Story
We all carry stories—family beliefs, cultural expectations, and personal experiences that quietly guide how we think, act, and relate to others. In our work, we explore:
How you became who you are
Which narratives still support your growth
Which ones you may want to revise, release, or reimagine
Think of this as tending your internal landscape: keeping what nourishes you, and compassionately pruning what no longer serves your well-being.
Clarifying Values
Values give direction, especially for first-generation adults and men navigating competing expectations. Together, we work to:
Identify the values that matter most to you
Make decisions that align with the life you want to build
Develop confidence in who you are and how you show up
Practice acceptance around the things you cannot control
This approach helps you move through the world with more purpose, agency, and ease.
What it looks like in sessions
Clients often describe my style as collaborative, validating, and grounding. Sessions may include:
Evidence-based tools from DBT, ACT, CBT, Relational-Cultural Therapy, Narrative Therapy and mindfulness
Skills for communication, emotional expression, and navigating relationships
Practical strategies you can use immediately
Guided reflections to understand patterns, break cycles, and clarify values
A safe space to explore one's story and make sense of our cultural identity
Aligning decisions with authentic values
My goal is to offer a space where you can slow down, understand yourself deeply, and grow in the direction that feels most aligned with your values and identity.
Common issues I work with
People come to me when they feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. I often support clients navigating:Emotional & Internal Challenges
Stress, anxiety, and burnout
Difficulty managing emotions or feeling “shut down”
Overthinking and self-doubt
Shame, guilt, and harsh self-criticism
Communication & Relationship Concerns
Struggling to express needs or set boundaries
Conflict with partners, family, or coworkers
Feeling disconnected or misunderstood
Navigating relationships while balancing cultural expectations
Identity & Life Transitions
First-generation stress (college, career pressure, family obligations)
Questions about identity, belonging, or “being enough”
Cultural or generational conflict
Major life changes or feeling unsure about next steps
Men’s Emotional Health
Pressure to be “strong,” self-reliant, or unemotional
Difficulty opening up or finding language for feelings
Anger, irritability, or emotional shutdown
Navigating masculinity in a way that feels authentic and grounded
These issues don’t define you — they’re signals pointing toward the areas of life that need attention, rest, or nurturing. Our work helps you respond to those signals with clarity and intention.
Evidence-based practices
I use an integrative approach pulling from several different research-backed methods to tailor an approach that fits you, your goals, and your inherent strengths. My approach is warm, collaborative and geared to help people create meaningful, lasting change. I draw from:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps you:
Identify your personal values
Build psychological flexibility
Take committed steps toward a meaningful life
Reduce struggle with thoughts and emotions
This is especially supportive for men and first-gen adults navigating high expectations.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps you:
Understand how patterns of thinking influence emotions and behavior
Challenge unhelpful beliefs
Build healthier, more balanced perspectives
Strengthen coping skills during stress or conflict
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) helps you:
Manage intense emotions more effectively
Build distress tolerance skills
Improve communication and relationship stability
Increase mindfulness and emotional awareness
DBT skills are especially supportive if you experience emotional overwhelm, conflict in relationships, or difficulty staying grounded during stress.
Mindfulness-Based Approaches helps you:
Slow down and regulate the nervous system
Stay grounded during emotional intensity
Increase awareness of automatic habits and reactions
Cultivate calm and clarity
Narrative Therapy and Relational-Cultural Therapy helps you:
Examine the stories you inherited from family, culture, and experience
Separate yourself from limiting narratives
Rewrite the parts of your story that no longer serve you
Perfect for clients living in multiple cultural worlds or feeling “in-between.”
Emotion-Focused and Communication Skills Training helps you:
Better understand and express your emotional experience
Improve communication in relationships
Build confidence in stating needs and setting boundaries
Strengthen connection and reduce conflict
These methods give us structure while still allowing therapy to feel personal, flexible, and unique to your needs.
Specializations
How to get started
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Fill out the contact form linked below to schedule a consultation call.
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We will collaborate to determine therapeutic match and schedule the first session.
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Log in to the first session. Take a deep breath and be present for the journey.
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