Helping You Set Boundaries, Stop Over-Functioning, and Reconnect with Yourself

Therapy for people who are tired of running on empty

If you’ve spent most of your life being the dependable one—the one who shows up, holds it together, and gets things done—it can be hard to know where to go when you need support.

That’s where I come in.

I help thoughtful, capable adults who are exhausted from overdoing, overthinking, and over-giving. People who are good at functioning—sometimes too good—but who feel stuck in roles that keep them running on empty. Maybe you’re burned out. Maybe you’re tired of saying yes when you mean no. Maybe you're just ready to stop abandoning yourself in the name of being “fine” or “strong.”

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My Approach

I’m a licensed psychologist with over 15 years of training and experience. I specialize in supporting adults through burnout, codependency, perfectionism, people pleasing, anxiety, and life transitions. My style blends depth with practicality, insight with warmth. I blend a variety of evidence-based therapies (e.g., ACT, mindfulness, CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and trauma and attachment based approaches) to best meet your needs. Therapy with me is collaborative, honest, and human. I believe that change doesn’t require fixing who you are—it requires getting more connected to who you’ve always been.

Whether you’re navigating challenging relationships, coping with work stressors, unpacking family patterns, or learning to say no without guilt, we’ll work together to make space for the you that’s been waiting underneath all the doing.

Want more details? Explore my therapy services here.

Credentials & Experience

  • PsyD in Clinical Psychology

  • Dual‑licensed in California (PSY26495) and Hawaiʻi (PSY-2242)

  • Over a decade of experience in primary care and integrated behavioral health

  • Specialist in burnout, codependency, people pleasing and boundaries

A Bit More Human

When I’m not working, I’m spending time with my family, cooking, or hiking. I love slow mornings, a good laugh, and conversations that go beneath the surface.

“The irony of adult life is that what once kept us safe now keeps us stuck.”

— Unknown

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If you’re wondering about availability or what therapy costs, you can find those details here. I keep things transparent and straightforward, so you know what to expect from the start.

Ready to get unstuck?