My aim is to help clients heal from old wounds so they can live in the present and build a life that feels meaningful. Most of the clients I work with have experienced trauma of some kind, whether in a single isolated event or through many events over the course of their lifetime. I am skilled at helping folx explore the ways in which their trauma has impacted their life so that they can begin the work of unpacking their feelings, grieving what was lost, and finding a way to move forward with a deeper sense of connection to themselves and to others. Who I am I am a neurodiverse, queer, transgender individual (he/him) who is white, middle-aged, and able-bodied. I was raised in Appalachia and am now proud to call Seattle home. In my spare time, I enjoy cuddling with my dog (Zuzu) and cat (Matilda), supporting local theater, trying new recipes to enjoy with friends, discovering new music, and finding quiet moments in nature. My approach Therapy should be collaborative, creative, and tailored to each client's unique needs. My integrative approach draws from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), psychodynamic theory, Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). In addition to psychotherapeutic techniques, I often call on my undergraduate training in philosophical inquiry to help clients who are grappling with fundamental questions about the nature of life, the universe, and everything (as Douglas Adams so neatly phrased it). Clients tell me they appreciate my warmth, curiosity, patience, and sense of humor. I am firmly dedicated to practicing from an intersectional, anti-oppressive, and holistic lens that takes into consideration how the systems in which we live affect our lives. You are not a problem – you are a person with problems, and more often than not those problems have roots in systemic injustices. Most of my career has been spent working with LGBTQ+ folx. While I enjoy working with people from all walks of life, I am particularly passionate about supporting clients as they explore their gender identity. Whether you are questioning, contemplating coming out, socially transitioning, medically transitioning, or pausing transition, I will gladly walk beside you in your journey of self-discovery.