My values are rooted in affirming queer and trans identities, reproductive freedom, disability justice, fat liberation, and access to compassionate, inclusive care. I believe all bodies are worthy of dignity and respect, and that a person’s size, gender, sexuality, ability, or relationship structure should never determine the quality of care, safety, or opportunities they receive. I believe people deserve the freedom to make informed choices about their bodies, relationships, sexuality, gender expression, healthcare, and lives without shame, coercion, discrimination, or judgment. My goal is that my clients feel genuinely affirmed, respected, and empowered to define what health, pleasure, family, relationships, and a meaningful life look like for themselves.

I believe every client has a right to be treated with respect, kindness, and positive regard. Generally, I operate under the assumption that my clients do the best they can with the knowledge and resources they have available to them. It’s my role as a therapist to help you better understand and utilize the resources you already have available, as well as provide you with additional supports.

I believe in intersectionality, a concept termed by Kimberlé Crenshaw which describes the ways in which systems of inequality based on gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, class and other forms of discrimination “intersect” to create unique dynamics and effects. Therapists need to be aware of the impact of intersectionality both within and outside of therapy. As a white, cisgender, educated person, I acknowledge the privileges I have. As a queer, fat, woman, I have experienced degrees of marginalization. All elements of my identity impact how I see the world and I’m curious to learn about how my client’s intersectionality impacts them.

I believe that therapy is a collaborative process that often involves hard work. I value your safety, privacy, comfort and autonomy. I believe that taking the time to build a positive rapport will allow us to do transformative work. 

I value your investment of time, finances, and emotions, that are required to attend therapy. This means you can expect that I will be on time for our sessions, honor your vulnerability, and protect your privacy. I am committed to being a lifelong learner so that I can provide my clients with the most up-to-date and evidence based care.