My primary theoretical orientation is Relational Cultural Therapy (this evolved out of Psychodynamic/ Psychoanalysis Therapy as well as Feminist Therapy), which allows me to better meet the clients where they are based on their past personal, cultural, and societal experiences. This orientation usually involves identifying a client’s relational connections and disconnections, cultivating mutual empathy, compassion, respect, and warmth through the counselor-client relationship, restructuring negative relational images, fostering authentic responses, developing resiliency, and acknowledging and validating cultural and societal challenges.

However, because this therapy does not involve many techniques, I usually integrate techniques from other evidence-based theories based on the client’s needs, primarily Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT).

All sessions are conducted through a HIPAA-compliant video service like Doxy and Google Meet. Although it may feel strange to have therapy sessions through a screen, you’ll find that it’s just as effective (and even more convenient) as in-person counseling.