I approach therapy through an intersectional lens, grounded in the belief that all aspects of our identities (race, gender, sexuality, class, ability, and beyond) shape our access to resources, opportunities, and systems of support. I recognize that many communities, particularly those holding marginalized identities, have historically and presently faced both overt and subtle barriers to basic needs like healthcare, education, and economic stability.

Much of my academic and professional work has centered on supporting the LGBTQ+ community, especially Queer and Trans People of Color and those living in poverty in rural Appalachia. Through this work, I’ve witnessed the resilience of these communities as well as the systemic challenges they continue to face.

While I don’t incorporate religious views into my own clinical framework, I deeply value when clients bring their own religious, spiritual, or non-religious beliefs into the room. Your worldview is a meaningful part of your healing journey, and I want our work together to reflect that.

I celebrate the beauty and diversity of gender and sexuality in all its forms. I’ve had the honor of working with openly Queer individuals, folks who are closeted, sex workers, kinky and polyamorous individuals, those navigating STI diagnoses, furries, therians, and the partners or families of all these communities. In fact, I began this work right across the street from one of the largest conversion therapy empires in the world. That empire has since crumbled (good riddance)… and the affirming work I’ve been a part of continues stronger than ever.

I also want to name the privilege I hold. I know that many people don’t have access to the resources and support I do, and that disparity is something I carry with both anger and humility. I can’t undo systemic injustice alone, but I can use my role to offer a hand, open a door, and create spaces where people feel seen and supported.

If you're ever curious about my values or how they show up in our work, I always welcome those questions. Therapy should feel like a space where you don’t have to wonder where your therapist stands.