About My Therapeutic Style
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been curious about the human experience: why we suffer, how we love, and what gives our lives meaning. That curiosity continues to shape who I am as a therapist, alongside a deep respect for what can happen within a consistent relationship where we feel heard, understood, and cared for.
I bring warmth, emotional availability, and honesty to my work. I listen closely, take your experiences seriously, and am willing to talk about the things that can be difficult to say aloud. You don’t need to arrive knowing what to talk about or how to explain yourself. There is room for uncertainty, conflicting feelings, and parts of yourself you may be used to hiding.
I’m an active participant in our work together. I’ll share what I’m noticing, ask questions, and invite us to be curious about what unfolds between us. I value being a real person in the room, and I welcome your honesty. I see my role as a partner, guide, and collaborator, helping us stay connected to what feels most important to you as you deepen your understanding of yourself, make meaning of your experiences, and build trust in your own wisdom.
At the heart of my work is the belief that we heal in and through relationship. A steady, attentive connection can help us understand old hurts, recognize our needs, and discover ways to remain connected to others without losing ourselves.
Professional background
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Washington (LH61366138). I hold a Master’s in Existential–Phenomenological Psychology from Seattle University and a Bachelor’s in Psychology and Gender Studies from Washington State University, where I minored in Queer Studies.
My clinical training took place at Seattle Counseling Service, where I worked primarily with adults of diverse identities seeking support around anxiety, trauma, identity and relational challenges. My approach has been shaped by continued study and training in psychodynamic, humanistic-existential and trauma-informed modalities.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) through the Institute for Professional and Creative Development and have advanced training in the treatment of Complex Trauma (C-PTSD). I am an active member of the Northwest Alliance for Psychoanalytic Study, where I continue to deepen my understanding of analytic psychotherapy through weekly coursework, trainings and mentorship.
Commitment to personal growth
I believe to offer effective depth-oriented therapy, it’s essential to stay in close contact with my own ongoing growth and development.
To support my own emotional, intellectual and clinical growth, I participate in weekly clinical consultation, mentorship, advanced trainings and and my own ongoing psychotherapy.
I hold deep respect for the process of therapy itself and believe that continuing my own work allows me to meet clients with greater presence, humility, and understanding.
Why Resonant Space Therapy?
The name Resonant Space Therapy reflects my belief that healing happens in and through connection. It speaks to the kind of presence that allows us to feel safe enough to soften and change.
“Resonance” is the powerful felt sense that occurs when our emotional frequency aligns in harmony with another. It’s both a phenomenon that is biological and emotional: moments when we can feel our minds, hearts and nervous systems connect and synchronize without words. It’s the deeply human experience of being met and felt where you are, and knowing you’re not alone in it.
When we tune into another’s emotional world, we’re communicating something essential: I see you. You matter. You’re not alone.
Resonant Space Therapy, is both a name and an intention: To create a therapeutic space that honors depth, connection and presence. One where attunement and authenticity invite real healing to unfold.