I work with adults experiencing a wide range of mental health concerns, including:
psychosis-related experiences, schizophrenia spectrum concerns, bipolar spectrum concerns, depression, trauma-related concerns, dissociation, substance use and personality disorders.

For a long time, mental health systems used the term serious mental illness (SMI) to describe experiences that were intense, long standing, or deeply disruptive to daily life. Anything considered complex was often placed in that category. This included things like big shifts in mood or energy, long term depression, personality related patterns, substance use that felt hard to control, or experiences that affected how you see yourself and the world. The intention was never to label people as “severe” or “serious.” It was simply a way for systems to describe concerns that people were navigating that had many layers and needed more support.

Today, many therapists use the word complex instead because it speaks more honestly to what people may be living with. What is most important is care that acknowledges the depth, the history, and the emotional layers of your experiences without reducing you to a diagnosis or illness. You are much more than a diagnosis.

There is no judgment here. Many people seeking support for complex mental health concerns have been through moments that were misunderstood or handled in ways that left a mark. This is a space where your experiences are taken seriously, without shame or judgment. It can be a scary experience to go to the hospital. We focus on healing, understanding, and helping you feel more steady moving forward.

Private therapy can be a good option for people who want intensive support but do not want to receive care in a hospital system. Some clients come to private therapy after an IOP when they no longer need that level of structure but still want steady, individualized treatment. Others prefer private care because they want privacy, flexibility or a therapist who can offer specialized ongoing work without groups or multiple weekly appointments.

My practice provides weekly or twice weekly sessions for people navigating complex mental health concerns. I value collaboration and a treatment team approach, and with your consent, I can coordinate with prescribers and other providers to keep your care connected and consistent. If it at any time we believe that you might need more support, we would plan that step together and ensure a smooth referral to a more intensive program so there are no gaps in your care.

Yes. I work with adults experiencing personality-related concerns, including patterns often described as borderline, avoidant, dependent, narcissistic, obsessive compulsive, paranoid, schizoid, schizotypal, and histrionic personality disorders.

These patterns can influence how someone relates to others, how they understand their emotions, identity confusion, and how they move through the world. Many people seek therapy when these experiences feel overwhelming, hopeless, or difficult to navigate on their own. I believe change is possible and therapy can help.

Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or schedule a call—we’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.

It can be hard to watch someone you love struggle with emotional intensity, mood shifts, substance use, or long standing patterns that feel overwhelming. Many family members reach out when they are worried and want to help their loved one find a provider who understands complex mental health concerns.

While I cannot schedule appointments without their consent, I can help you understand what they may be experiencing and offer guidance on whether my approach could be a good fit. You do not have to navigate this alone.