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About My Clients
A meaningful, authentic client-therapist relationship is of utmost importance to me and I strive to create safe and welcoming spaces for all by fostering an environment of empathy, openness and honesty. Clients who see me receive compassionate care without negative judgment, creating opportunities to make meaning of the events of their lives. My ideal clients are queer individuals seeking support in navigating religious trauma and reconciling issues of faith and sexuality.
My Background and Approach
My experiences working with LGBTQ+ social service agencies, as a hospice bereavement counselor and as a hospital chaplain have deepened my capacity to empathize with others while expanding my approach to providing spiritual counsel, when appropriate, to individuals, couples, and families. With a background in religious studies, I am particularly interested in exploring the effects of religious trauma on my clients, especially prevalent within the LGBTQ+ community. I am committed to creating a safe and affirming space for clients to explore their identities and beliefs, and to increase their capacity for self-awareness and self-compassion. I believe that my clients are the experts on their own lives. As your therapist, I will hold up a mirror for you to see yourself, helping you to increase your capacity to give and receive love - both to yourself and to others.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I have dedicated my career to working with diverse populations and serving marginalized individuals. I am an advocate for anyone who seeks to express their non-traditional sexuality, including those in open relationships or who prefer other forms of non-monogamy. I believe in creating a foundation for positive change, conducive to self-discovery, personal growth, and fulfilling one's potential. Together, we can work towards holistic healing and empowerment.