Business Details
Compassionate Psychotherapy Services in Tacoma
As a licensed independent clinical social worker in Washington State, I bring over a decade of experience working with marginalized communities to my private practice. My clinical training at the University of Washington, combined with my academic background in human development and nonprofit work, informs my relational psychodynamic approach. I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and identity formation through a lens that integrates feminist, queer, and critical race theories. My practice emphasizes the mind-body-spirit connection and attachment theory, while maintaining LGBTQ+ affirming care.With seven years of private practice experience and prior roles including faculty counseling at Edmonds Community College, I focus on empowering clients to navigate personal transformation. My work acknowledges systemic oppression's impact while prioritizing individual expertise in one's own healing journey. I maintain professional affiliations with psychoanalytic study groups and adhere to strict ethical standards in therapy delivery.
Services
Anxiety & Depression Therapy
Trauma Recovery
Identity Formation Counseling
Grief & Loss Support
Attachment-Based Therapy
LGBTQ+ Affirming Care
Domestic Violence Recovery
Eating Disorder Recovery
Pregnancy Loss Support
Codependency Treatment
Highlights and features
- 7 years of private practice experience in mental health therapy
- Over a decade working with marginalized communities locally and internationally
- Specialized training in domestic violence and sexual assault counseling
- LGBTQ+ affirming practice informed by critical social theories
- In-network provider with Premera and First Choice Health insurance
Services
Anxiety & Depression Therapy
Specialized treatment for anxiety and depression using relational psychodynamic approaches. Addresses symptoms through exploring personal history, attachment patterns, and systemic influences. Helps clients develop coping strategies and self-awareness for improved emotional regulation and daily functioning.
Trauma Recovery
Comprehensive trauma treatment addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual abuse experiences. Utilizes evidence-based techniques to process traumatic memories while building safety and resilience. Focuses on restoring personal agency and healing from complex trauma impacts.
Identity Formation Counseling
Supports clients navigating identity development across cultural, gender, and life transitions. Examines family of origin influences and societal expectations to foster authentic self-concept. Integrates intersectional frameworks for understanding personal identity narratives.
Attachment-Based Therapy
Addresses relationship patterns through attachment theory lens. Explores early bonding experiences to understand current relational dynamics. Builds secure attachment capacity through therapeutic relationship as corrective emotional experience.
LGBTQ+ Affirming Care
Specialized mental health support for LGBTQ+ individuals. Addresses unique stressors related to sexual orientation and gender identity while celebrating queer resilience. Provides safe space for exploring identity and navigating systemic challenges.
People
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Therapist
Master of Social Work graduate from University of Washington with 7 years private practice experience. Specializes in trauma recovery and marginalized community support. Holds Washington State license #SC60589133.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
I specialize in relational psychodynamic therapy addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and identity issues using attachment theory and critical social frameworks.
Do you accept insurance?
I'm in-network with Premera and First Choice Health. For other insurers, I provide invoices for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
What are your session fees?
Individual therapy sessions range from $130–$150, based on session length, paid at the beginning via check or cash.
Are you LGBTQ+ affirming?
Yes, my practice explicitly supports LGBTQ+ clients using queer-affirming frameworks and culturally competent care approaches.
What preparation is needed before first session?
Please complete the Client Intake Form and review the Disclosure Statement and Privacy Practices documents available on my website.
