My work is grounded in a psychodynamic and relational approach to therapy. This means we take time to explore how past experiences, internal conflicts, and relationship patterns shape present day feelings, choices, and ways of relating. Rather than focusing solely on symptom relief or quick solutions, therapy becomes a space to think together about what is happening beneath the surface, with attention to emotional depth and meaning.

Therapy with me is reflective and exploratory rather than conversational in the usual sense. Sessions unfold with close attention to emotional experience, language, and association, and there may be moments of silence or open space. These pauses are intentional and allow thoughts, feelings, and images to emerge without being rushed.

I attend carefully to what develops within the therapeutic relationship itself, as these moments often illuminate patterns that exist elsewhere in life. At times, I may offer observations or questions to help us think together about what feels unclear, charged, or difficult to articulate. The pace is deliberate, with an emphasis on psychological safety, curiosity, and depth rather than prescriptive techniques.

While my primary orientation is psychodynamic, I approach therapy with flexibility and responsiveness. Each person’s history, temperament, and goals shape the work, and I draw from additional perspectives when useful, while remaining grounded in a depth oriented framework.