If you’re the kind of person who shows up for everyone else, it can be hard to admit when you’re not okay.
Maybe you look fine on the outside, but internally you’re carrying anxiety, self-doubt, or a constant pressure to get it right. You might be replaying conversations, feeling stuck in shame about past choices, or wondering why you can’t just move on, even when you’re trying so hard. A lot of people I work with are usually a step ahead of everyone else, care deeply, and are thoughtful. They’re also tired of feeling like they’re always bracing for the next thing and not feeling cared for in the process.
In therapy with me, you don’t have to perform, push through, or have the perfect words. People often describe me as welcoming, and I’ve been told I’m the validating voice they needed during difficult seasons. I’m someone you can come home to yourself with. My goal is to create a space that feels steady, safe, and real, where you can exhale, feel understood, and start making sense of what’s been weighing on you.
A big part of my work is helping clients explore identity, especially if you’ve spent years adapting to what others needed, or you’re in a season of change and asking, Who am I now? Growing up as a first-generation Irish American shaped how I think about identity, belonging, and the stories we inherit. Together, we’ll clarify what matters to you —your values, needs, boundaries, and the parts of you that may have gotten quieter over time—so you can make choices from a more grounded sense of Self.
My background as a Division I rower at Temple University also deeply informs how I approach therapy. Rowing taught me that growth doesn’t come from never struggling; it comes from learning how to stay with challenge without letting it define you. Many clients come in carrying fear around failure, along with shame, guilt, or the feeling that they’re behind. In our work, we’ll gently shift that relationship with failure so it becomes information, not a verdict, helping you build resilience, self-compassion, and a mindset that supports real change.
I often think of therapy like working on a puzzle. At first, the pieces can feel scattered as we explore emotions, patterns, relationships, past experiences, and the way your body holds stress. Over time, we start putting those pieces together so you can see the bigger picture with more clarity and self-trust. I draw from person-centered, experiential, somatic, emotionally focused, and cognitive behavioral approaches to help you get to the root of what’s going on, not just manage symptoms, so you can feel more confident, more connected to yourself, and more in control of your life.
I earned my Bachelor’s in Psychology and Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Temple University. Philadelphia is meaningful to me because I grew up right outside the city, and my connection to it has only deepened through the people and community here.
Outside of sessions, you can usually find me exploring new coffee shops, trying a fun workout class, and spending time with friends and family. If you’re ready for weekly therapy that’s supportive, grounded, and growth-oriented, I’d be honored to work with you.
Schedule of Availability:
Monday: 12-8p, in-office or virtual
Tuesday: 12-8p, in-office or virtual
Wednesday: 8-12p, in-office or virtual
Thursday: 8-12p, in-office or virtual
$180/session
