My personal connection to OCD and mental health

I have relationship OCD and was diagnosed around 10 years ago. I also struggled with depression and anxiety at a young age, but it wasn't diagnosed until much later. I've done a lot of treatment, including ERP, and have been successful with it. I think that guides my practice now because I saw what worked and what didn't. I love helping people. I'm very interested in the brain and how it works.

How I create a safe, supportive environment in therapy

I'm very honest with members about treatment. I know it can be scary and really hard. OCD can be really debilitating, and I know it can be hard to try something new. I'll tell you that I know I'm asking you to do something you might've been trying to avoid, and we're just going to take baby steps with it. I also don't go into a session acting like I know it all.

What I want to help you see in yourself

I want you to discover your resilience. I know OCD can be debilitating and a lot of the time, it makes you want to give up. But I know you can get through it. It does get better. Even those small glimmers of hope when your anxiety goes down after you do an exposure-that's important.

What my Members appreciate about me

I have a lot of different interests, and I can connect with a lot of different people. I think I understand a lot of different people and where they're coming from. I also really like to learn. I want to hear your life story. I want to know how you're doing, what your symptoms are, and how to make things better for you.