As an openly gay therapist, I value working with people from diverse backgrounds and have dedicated much of my professional life to supporting the LGBTQ+ community. I understand the importance of being seen and understood without having to explain or defend one’s identity, and I strive to offer a therapeutic space that is affirming, thoughtful, and grounded in respect.

In 2020, I officially joined the disability community when my multiple sclerosis symptoms worsened, resulting in my using a wheelchair full time. Living with disability has deepened my understanding of vulnerability, resilience, loss, and adaptation—experiences that often arise in therapy, whether related to health, identity, or life transitions. This perspective informs my work in subtle but meaningful ways.

I earned my Master of Arts in Counseling from Sonoma State University, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, graduating cum laude with departmental distinction. My clinical training took place at The Lomi Psychotherapy Clinic, where I learned to integrate traditional psychotherapeutic approaches with mindfulness-based and somatic practices that attend to the whole person—mind, body, and emotional experience.

I also trained at Verity (formerly United Against Sexual Assault), widely regarded in Sonoma County as a primary resource for survivors of sexual violence. This experience provided me with a strong foundation in trauma-informed care and deepened my commitment to working with survivors in a way that prioritizes safety, agency, and healing.