Traditional talk therapy can be incredibly valuable and often helps people gain insight into their experiences, emotions, and the "why" behind their struggles.

CBT and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) build on that insight by helping you develop practical skills and strategies to create meaningful change. Rather than only understanding your patterns, we'll work together to change them through new experiences, intentional practice, and evidence-based techniques.

My goal is not just to help you understand your anxiety or OCD—it's to help you learn how to respond to it differently so you can build confidence, regain your independence, and move toward the life you want to live.

I believe in the power of evidence-based treatment and, more importantly, the power of experience. While understanding your anxiety is important, lasting change happens when you begin responding to it differently in your everyday life.

That's why I chose to specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). These approaches don't just help you understand what's happening—they provide practical tools and strategies that you can use between sessions to build confidence, break unhelpful patterns, and move toward the life you want to live.

One of my favorite parts of this work is watching clients discover that they're capable of far more than anxiety or OCD led them to believe.

Yes—most clients receive a homework assignment between sessions. One of the core principles of CBT is that meaningful change happens through consistent practice, not just during our time together each week.

Therapy sessions are where we learn new concepts, develop skills, and create a plan. The real progress happens when you begin applying those skills in everyday life. Whether that means practicing a new coping strategy, completing an exposure exercise, tracking thoughts, or trying a different behavioral response, these experiences help your brain build new patterns and break the cycle that's keeping you stuck.

For example, the gold standard for OCD treatment is approximately one hour of exposure practice each day. While that level of practice isn't realistic for everyone, we'll work together to develop a plan that fits your schedule and symptoms while still moving you toward your goals.

My goal isn't perfection—it's consistent progress.

Sometimes, yes. It's common for anxiety or OCD symptoms to temporarily increase as you begin doing things differently—but they do get better.

Much of what we do in CBT and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is intentionally counterintuitive to your brain's fight-or-flight response. Anxiety naturally tells you to avoid, seek certainty, or do whatever it can to help you feel safe in the moment. When you begin responding differently, it's normal for anxiety to push back.

The good news is that this discomfort is also where change happens. By approaching feared situations instead of avoiding them, your brain has the opportunity to learn what you're actually capable of, what you can tolerate, and that anxiety and OCD aren't always accurate predictors of danger.

I won't ask you to face your fears alone. We'll work together to develop a plan that feels challenging but achievable, and I'll support you every step of the way.

First, I'm sorry that was your experience. Deciding to try therapy again after feeling disappointed can take a lot of courage.

There are many reasons therapy may not have worked in the past. Sometimes it comes down to the type of therapy that was used, whether it was the right fit for your concerns, the relationship with your therapist, or whether it was simply the right time in your life to make the changes therapy required.

While I can't guarantee that therapy will be successful, I can commit to working collaboratively with you to understand what's getting in the way. If we encounter obstacles, we'll explore them together rather than ignoring them. My goal is to help you identify barriers, adjust our approach when needed, and continue moving toward meaningful change.

Success looks different for every person because everyone's goals are different.

For some people, success means reaching a specific goal—driving again, attending school without overwhelming anxiety, reducing compulsions, or returning to activities they once avoided.

For many others, success means feeling confident using the skills they've learned to navigate future challenges independently. Anxiety may still show up from time to time—that's part of being human—but instead of feeling controlled by it, you'll know how to respond.

My goal is to help you become your own therapist. When you trust yourself to handle life's inevitable challenges, therapy has done its job.

Every person's goals, symptoms, and circumstances are different, so there isn't a one-size-fits-all answer. For many anxiety disorders, treatment often ranges from 12–28 sessions, though some people reach their goals sooner while others benefit from additional support.

During the assessment process, I'll get to know you, your symptoms, and your goals. After a few sessions, I'll be able to provide a more individualized estimate of what treatment may look like for you.

I generally recommend weekly sessions at the beginning of treatment because consistency helps build momentum, develop new skills, and create meaningful change. Throughout therapy, we'll regularly evaluate your progress and adjust the frequency of sessions based on your goals and needs.

My goal is to help you become your own therapist—not to keep you in therapy longer than you need.