PHILOPSOPHY

My Philosophy
I believe that healing begins in a space where individuals feel truly seen, heard, and accepted. Therapy provides a safe and compassionate environment to explore the stories we carry—stories shaped by illness, pain, identity, relationships, and faith.

My work is grounded in Medical Family Therapy, which recognizes the deep connection between mind, body, and relationships, especially in the context of chronic illness, rare diseases, and complex medical challenges. I support individuals and families in navigating the emotional and relational impact of health concerns while collaborating, when appropriate, with healthcare providers.

Incorporating both Narrative Therapy and Narrative Medicine, I view storytelling as a powerful pathway to healing. Narrative Therapy helps clients re-author their experiences—separating themselves from the problem and reclaiming meaning and agency. Narrative Medicine, in turn, emphasizes the importance of clinicians listening closely to a patient's illness narrative—deepening empathy, improving communication, and fostering more human-centered care. My doctoral research focused on equipping physicians to hear and honor these narratives through reflective practice and intentional listening.

For those who desire it, I also offer spiritual integration, creating space to explore how faith and meaning-making intersect with personal healing and growth.

As Carl R. Rogers (On Becoming a Person) stated, “The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.” I believe that through acceptance, presence, and connection, individuals can move toward greater wholeness, resilience, and purpose—no matter what life brings.

Sometimes, in the midst of personal or health challenges, what we need most is not someone to fix the situation—but someone to simply be present. To listen without judgment, to sit with us in the discomfort, and to offer steady support. In therapy, that presence can become a foundation for healing, connection, and hope.