When you’re working hard to build and sustain a meaningful relationship or sexual life—and you’re also managing anxiety, anger, or the complex dynamics of non-traditional relationships—you deserve a therapist who gets you. Therapy for adults can be particularly beneficial in these situations. With over 20 years of clinical experience, I partner with adults, couples, and poly-/kink-/non-monogamy-friendly clients to help you feel more connected, more fulfilled, and more in control of your life right now.
Does any of this sound familiar?
- You find yourself the “fixer” or “listener,” always taking care of others, and you’re worn out from trying to carry everything.
- Your relationship feels stuck; you argue (or avoid arguments) and wonder if you and your partner can get back to feeling close and safe again.
- You enjoy a rich, alternative sexuality or non-monogamous lifestyle but want more joy, less shame or confusion, and healthier boundaries.
- You worry you’re “too anxious,” your temper flares more than you like, or you feel down and stuck in a cycle.
- You’re ready to better your sex life or your relational life—but just need guidance and a practical strategy to get unstuck.
If so, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate this by yourself.
Why my practice may be a strong fit for you
- I’m a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), certified sex therapist (AASECT), and addictions counselor (LCAC), with deep experience helping adults and couples with anxiety, depression, anger management, sexual concerns, and relationship issues.
- I specialize in alternative/kink/polyamory-friendly sexuality and relationship dynamics, so I bring understanding, nonjudgment, and practical tools that apply to your lifestyle—not a one-size-fits-all sexual script.
- My approach is solution-focused and practical: I blend evidence-based methods (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Choice Theory, Transactional Analysis, the Gottman Method) with a flexible, client-centered style—so we’re working toward change right away.
- As a person who once felt anxiety everywhere, I know first-hand how the mind can hijack your peace and how powerful it is to reclaim it.
- For couples, we hone in on the “here and now” communication problems, resentment, sexual disconnects—and build real shifts in how you listen, speak, and reconnect.
- All sessions are via secure video (VSee messenger), so you can meet from anywhere in Indiana in the Eastern Time Zone—no commute, no waiting room, no fiddling with insurance forms.
What our work together might look like
Initial connection: You schedule, complete intake forms, and we meet via video. I listen carefully—what brought you here, where you’d like to go, what feels most urgent.
Getting clear: Together, we’ll clarify your goals and establish what success looks like—not just symptom relief, but what feeling better truly means to you.
Practical strategy + deeper awareness: We’ll work on immediate relief (better sleep, less anxiety, fewer angry outbursts, improved sex/relationship patterns) while also exploring the deeper stories and patterns (identity, past messages, relationship roles) that keep you stuck.
Building sustainable change: As you feel more grounded, connected, and empowered, we’ll shift focus toward maintaining your progress, handling new challenges confidently, and creating life—and love—that truly reflects you.
Flexible rhythm: While weekly sessions are common (especially at the start), we’ll settle into what rhythm works best for you. My current rate
Who I work with best
- Adults who are ready to stop feeling like they’re on the sidelines of their sexual life or relationship—and get back in the game.
- Couples who genuinely want to better their connection, communicate more clearly, and rekindle their good parts (or build new ones)—whether monogamous or non-traditional.
- Clients who embrace alternative or poly/kink lifestyles and want therapy that doesn’t pathologize their choices but supports them.
- Anyone who wants therapy to make a concrete difference, rather than just “talking,” and is ready to commit to doing the work.
Let’s see if we’re a fit
If you’re ready to feel more connected—to yourself, to your partner, to your sexual and relational life—and you’re motivated to make meaningful change, I’d be honored to accompany you on that journey.
Anger Management Therapy
Learn to Respond, Not React
Anger itself isn’t the problem—how it’s expressed often is. Anger is a natural, even protective emotion that can signal when something feels unfair, hurtful, or out of control. But when anger becomes overwhelming, too frequent, or leads to regretful words or actions, it can damage relationships, work performance, and self-esteem.
In therapy, you’ll learn to understand what drives your anger—and how to channel it into healthier, more productive forms of expression.
Do You Recognize Yourself in Any of These?
- You feel your temper building quickly and find it hard to stop once it starts.
- You’ve said or done things in anger that you later regret.
- You find yourself shutting down or withdrawing, but inside you’re still boiling.
- You want to communicate better—but you keep getting pulled back into arguments or defensiveness.
- You know your anger has roots in deeper frustration, pain, or fear—but you’re not sure how to get to it.
A Healthier Way Forward
My approach to anger management isn’t about suppressing your feelings—it’s about learning to recognize, interpret, and express them in ways that build connection and respect. We’ll look at what triggers your anger, how your thoughts and body react, and how you can develop skills to de-escalate before things spiral.
Using evidence-based strategies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Choice Theory, and Transactional Analysis, you’ll gain practical tools to:
- Stay calm under stress or provocation.
- Communicate assertively without aggression.
- Understand the underlying emotions behind anger—hurt, fear, disappointment, or powerlessness.
- Build self-respect and empathy for others, even in conflict.
- Repair and strengthen the relationships most affected by your anger.
With practice, you’ll start noticing what used to trigger you—and responding instead of reacting. Over time, that shift can change not only how others experience you, but how you experience yourself.
Stress & Anxiety Counseling
Feel Calmer, Clearer, and More Grounded
When life feels like too much—too many demands, too many thoughts racing at once—it’s easy to lose your sense of calm and control. Anxiety and chronic stress can leave you on edge, exhausted, and questioning whether you’ll ever feel “normal” again.
Therapy helps you slow down the noise, understand what’s fueling your stress, and learn new ways to steady your mind and body so you can regain your confidence and focus.
How Stress and Anxiety Show Up
- You feel tense, restless, or unable to “turn your brain off.”
- Sleep is hard to come by—your mind replays the day or worries about tomorrow.
- You’re irritable, distracted, or emotionally drained, even when nothing “big” seems wrong.
- You find yourself overthinking everything, trying to get it perfect, or anticipating the worst.
- Physical symptoms like muscle tension, headaches, or stomach issues keep showing up.
You don’t have to keep living in fight-or-flight mode.
How Therapy Helps
Anxiety doesn’t have to control your life—and stress doesn’t have to define it. Together, we’ll work to understand the sources of your worry, retrain the thought patterns that keep you anxious, and strengthen your ability to cope.
I use an integrative, evidence-based approach combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Choice Theory, and relaxation training. These approaches help you:
- Identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns.
- Develop practical tools to calm your body and mind.
- Set boundaries to prevent burnout and emotional overload.
- Build routines that promote balance, rest, and resilience.
- Learn skills to manage panic, perfectionism, and performance pressure.
Over time, you’ll feel lighter, more present, and better equipped to face stress without losing yourself in it.
My Perspective
As someone who’s known anxiety personally—and helped countless clients move through it—I understand how consuming it can feel. Therapy gives you the space to make sense of your experiences, learn to soothe your nervous system, and start feeling like yourself again.