Services

Who this work is for

I specialize as a trauma therapist in EMDR and Internal Family Systems therapy for adults who are insightful, capable, and tired of feeling stuck despite years of therapy or personal growth. Many of the people I work with understand their patterns intellectually, yet still feel emotionally reactive, shut down, self-critical, or chronically tense. On the outside, life may look “fine,” but internally things don’t feel settled.​​

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How this work creates change

Rather than focusing on coping skills or insight alone, I offer trauma-focused therapy that supports real nervous-system change. I integrate EMDR and Internal Family Systems therapy to help gently process unresolved experiences, soften protective patterns, and increase internal safety. This allows your system to update what it learned in the past, rather than continuing to react as if old threats are still present.

 

What Is Internal Family Systems (IFS)?

Internal Family Systems (IFS) is an evidence-based therapy model based on the idea that we all have different "parts" within us. These parts aren't a sign that something is wrong—they're a normal part of being human.

Some parts try to protect you through perfectionism, people-pleasing, anxiety, overthinking, or self-criticism. Other parts carry the pain of past experiences. Rather than fighting these reactions, IFS helps you understand them with curiosity and compassion so lasting healing can occur.

As these protective parts begin to feel safe and supported, your nervous system can respond to the present instead of remaining stuck in patterns that were once necessary for survival.

If you'd like to learn more about the IFS model, the Internal Family Systems Institute offers an excellent introduction.

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What this approach often supports

This approach often supports people experiencing chronic anxiety, emotional overwhelm, shutdown or numbness, an intense inner critic, shame, or difficulty feeling present and connected in relationships. The focus is not on fixing you, but on helping your nervous system and internal parts feel safe enough to change. If you’re starting to notice these patterns and want a place to begin, I created a simple trigger tracking workbook to help you understand what’s actually getting activated and why. You can explore that here.

 

What sessions are like

Sessions are collaborative, paced, and attuned. We move at a speed that respects your system rather than pushing for insight or performance. Over time, many clients notice greater emotional regulation, increased self-trust, and a felt sense of stability that carries into daily life.​

 

Is this work a good fit?

This work may be a good fit if you:

• Have already tried therapy and are seeking deeper, more lasting change

• Feel emotionally reactive, shut down, self-critical, or chronically tense despite insight

• Are open to trauma-focused, experiential work that involves both mind and nervous system

• Value a collaborative, attuned therapeutic relationship

• Are willing to move at a pace that prioritizes safety and integration over quick fixes​

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This work may not be the best fit if you:

• Are looking for brief, skills-only or solution-focused therapy

• Prefer highly directive, advice-driven sessions

• Are not ready to engage with trauma processing

• Need immediate crisis support or a higher level of care

• Are seeking therapy primarily for documentation, evaluation, or external requirements

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Where I Offer Therapy

I provide online therapy for adults located in California, Colorado, and Kansas.

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