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For much of my life, I was heavily influenced by the way other people saw me. When we are labeled as anxious, sensitive, or even responsible, it can be easy to start believing those labels are simply who we are. Over time, I became interested in what happens when we begin to question those identities and ask ourselves: Who am I outside of what other people have told me I am? Who am I outside of who I have felt I needed to become?
That process of questioning and self-discovery is a large part of what draws me to therapy. I believe our childhood experiences, family dynamics, relationships, and the messages we receive from others can shape how we see ourselves, sometimes without even realizing it. Therapy can offer a space to reflect on these experiences, understand how they may influence us, and explore which parts of our identity feel authentic and which may have been shaped by others’ expectations.
I believe the relationship we build in therapy is an important part of being able to go deeper. My approach is grounded in curiosity and openness, and I want clients to feel comfortable being honest and exploring their experiences without judgment. Together, we can look at how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors connect, question patterns that may no longer serve you, and consider different perspectives. I want to understand what matters to you and make sure our work reflects what you hope to better understand about yourself.
I enjoy working with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, relationships, life transitions, or simply wanting to better understand themselves. You do not need to have everything figured out before coming to therapy. Sometimes, knowing that something feels difficult, confusing, or different can be enough of a starting point. If you are curious about the parts of yourself you may have accepted without questioning, therapy can be a space to explore that.
I am currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness at New York University Steinhardt, where I am developing my clinical skills and deepening my understanding of how people’s experiences, relationships, and environments shape their mental health.