My Story

When my life came crashing down around me, I didn’t know where to turn. I alternated from panic, to
shame, to grief, to blinding rage and back again. I couldn’t eat or sleep and felt certain that I couldn’t
share my pain with my friends. People had suggested to me previously that therapy could be helpful,
but I had always felt certain that I could handle my problems on my own.

But I quickly realized that I was desperate to talk to someone who could provide guidance, support, and
empathy so I began searching for a therapist. Over the course of the next week, I made dozens of calls
many of which weren’t returned. Those that did call back had no appointments available for several
months. Finally, one of the therapists who returned my call sensed my desperation and scheduled an
appointment with me for the following day.

What followed was a two-year therapeutic relationship filled with self-discovery, emotional support, and
more than a little pain. Many days I would leave therapy feeling worse than when I went in, but I
realized that talking about and processing my life experiences was helping me in profound ways.
I learned that it was not selfish to place my needs first and to realize that only by taking care of myself,
could I take care of others. I also began to explore the career change I had always wanted to make but
had always put off because other things took precedence.

I returned to graduate school and earned a Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW). Through my
subsequent years of practice, I have always striven to be the safe landing I found when I entered
therapy. I meet my clients with unconditional positive regard, no judgment, and the desire to provide
support, empathy, and guidance as they navigate life’s transitions.

I am certainly not the right therapist for everyone, but I would welcome the opportunity to talk with you
for 15 minutes to introduce myself, learn a bit about you, and decide along with you, what we might accomplish together.

Postscript

The therapist I worked with has since retired, but I will always be grateful for her guidance in helping me
rediscover my path. I truly believe she saved my life. And yes, I have a new therapist who continues to
provide guidance and support when I need it.