How I can help

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You don’t have to keep carrying the weight of all the “shoulds,” “woulds,” and “coulds.” If you’ve been stuck your own head or tired of trying to be “good enough,” therapy can help quiet that inner critic.

I work from a strength based and collaborative place, and provide affirming care for LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent clients. We’ll create a plan that feels supportive and realistic, helping you to better understand yourself and feel more confident exploring changes that matter most to you.

LCPC, LCPAT, LPC (she/her)

Therapy works best when you feel safe being your whole self. My first priority is building a genuine, judgment-free relationship where you don’t have to filter your thoughts or worry about being “too much.” I show up with warmth, honesty, and a sense of humor.

I’m especially drawn to working with people who feel stuck and want something to shift, even if they’re not sure what that looks like yet. Outside the therapy room, I love trying new recipes, taking way too many (or absolutely not enough) photos of my dog, and re-watching The Good Place and Buffy the Vampire Slayer. If you’re looking for a therapist who’s down-to-earth, compassionate, and easy to talk to, I’d be glad to work with you.

Meet Patti

Specialties

  • Anxiety and Stress

    Feeling overwhelmed or stuck? Getting trapped in overthinking and second-guessing yourself? When worry takes over, it’s hard to focus on what matters. Whether you’re going through big changes, dealing with obsessions and compulsions, or feel like your brain just can’t be quiet, I’ll support you in developing tools to manage stress and regain a sense of calm and control, instead of your anxiety calling the shots.

  • Self-Esteem and Perfectionism

    Wrestling with self-doubt or low confidence? You deserve to believe in yourself. Do you struggle with trying to give 110% but feel like you’re both too much and not enough? We can work together to grow compassion for yourself, and to take steps towards tangible goals with confidence so that you can celebrate your wins without the need for perfection.

  • Boundaries and Putting Yourself First

    Do you find yourself saying “yes” when you want to say “no,” or worry about disappointing others? It can be exhausting feeling responsible for everyone else’s happiness, and always walking on egg-shells. If you’re struggling to set boundaries, or are not sure what your likes or wants really are, I’m here to help you figure it out and stand up for what is important to you.

  • Identity

    Exploring what makes you, you? Discovering or reconnecting with who you are can be intimidating. There is no wrong answer, and all parts of you are valid. I offer an affirming space for LGBTQIA+, kink, and poly clients and others whose identities haven’t always been seen or respected. As someone who gets what that can feel like, you’re celebrated here, not just accepted.

  • Trauma

    Trauma can influence how we move through life, but it doesn’t have to define it. Maybe you’ve been through a loss or big transition, or something upsetting keeps impacting your day-to-day life. You might have noticed changes in your mood or thoughts, or that you often feel tense or on edge. We can work through this together so that past experiences aren’t controlling your present or future.

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