In session, I am attentive, curious, warm, and at times playful. Therapy can be serious, but it doesn’t always have to be heavy. I respect how much courage it takes to begin this kind of work, and I don’t take that lightly. We move at a pace that allows you to slow down and notice what’s really happening — in your thoughts, your emotions, and even in your body. Sometimes your body reacts before you fully understand why. Instead of ignoring that, we gently explore it together. You don’t have to “do therapy right.” There’s no script. You can talk about whatever feels most present — something from your week, a dream, a relationship, a memory, or even confusion about what to say. Your questions and observations guide us. Over time, we begin to notice patterns: The kinds of people you’re drawn to The moments when you shut down or become self-critical The ways you protect yourself The feelings that feel hardest to tolerate Many of these patterns developed for good reasons. Together, we make sense of them — and that understanding opens up new possibilities. Our relationship will also matter. If something feels uncomfortable, confusing, or important between us, we can talk about that too. Therapy is not just about insight — it’s also about experiencing something different and safer in real time. Psychodynamic therapy is often longer-term work because meaningful change takes time. That said, we will regularly check in about how things are going and what feels useful. You are never locked into anything — therapy is a collaboration. If this approach resonates with you, I’d be glad to connect.