My approach

One of my first jobs was teaching people how to fly airplanes. My students came from all walks of life, and in various stages of their life. Lionel, a retiree from a nearby school, came to learn from me as the fulfillment of a lifelong dream to fly. I taught Lionel to fly, and he taught me that it is never too late to achieve the dreams we have for ourselves. 

I practice psychotherapy in a similar way; my clients are curious about themselves, and I try to help them develop insights that may lead to more satisfying and joyful living.

In my practice, I draw on my comprehensive training in eclectic, existential, relational, and psychodynamic modalities of therapy―but I believe the most effective psychotherapy focuses on developing fulfilling and meaningful connections. For this reason, I believe my mentor said it best: “the work of psychotherapy requires a trusting relationship that can sustain the warmth of connection as well as the heat that may be required for change.” 

Although I specialize in many areas of counseling and therapy, my training as a sex therapist ensures my office is a space where no topic is off limits or taboo.

Currently, I provide confidential therapy services in-person at my office in East Lansing, Michigan or online using a secure virtual platform.