Online therapy for teens & women in Colorado, Florida, Illinois, and Texas
DBT and Schema therapy from the comfort of home.
It’s not that you haven’t tried — it’s that what you’ve tried hasn’t given you the lasting relief you deserve.
A lot of my patients come to me saying, “I’ve already tried everything.” The truth is, you haven’t tried everything yet — and that’s a good thing. If past therapy left you feeling stuck, it doesn’t mean you’re broken. It means you just haven’t had the right kind of support… yet. The strategies you’ve used so far may have helped in small ways but didn’t get to the deeper patterns underneath. That’s where evidence-based approaches can make the difference by helping you not only feel understood, but also learn practical skills and create real, lasting change.
You may be thinking…
“I felt like I just talked about my problems, but nothing ever changed.”
“I didn’t feel understood.”
“I never knew what to do between sessions.”
What we will do that’s different.
Everyone’s story is different, so therapy shouldn’t feel one-size-fits-all. My approach blends structure with flexibility, giving you space to be real about what hurts, while also offering clear tools to help you move forward. Some days we’ll focus on calming the storm in front of you; other days we’ll dig into the patterns and beliefs that keep pulling you back. However we get there, my goal is simple: therapy that feels supportive, practical, and truly life-changing.
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
DBT is an evidence-based therapy that teaches practical skills for managing emotions, building healthier relationships, and coping with stress without making things worse. In our work together, you’ll learn tools like how to ride out intense feelings, communicate more effectively, and practice self-compassion. DBT is especially helpful if you feel like your emotions are “too much” or your relationships feel chaotic and draining. -
Radically Open DBT (RO-DBT)
RO-DBT is a newer, evidence-based approach designed for people who struggle with being overly controlled — perfectionism, overthinking, isolation, or rigid rules that leave you feeling cut off from others. Instead of focusing only on calming down, RO-DBT helps you become more open, flexible, and connected. If you find yourself hiding how you feel, holding back in relationships, or feeling stuck in “control mode,” RO-DBT can help you let go and build a life that feels freer and more authentic. -
Schema Therapy helps uncover the deep beliefs and patterns — often formed in childhood — that still affect how you see yourself and relate to others. These “schemas” might sound like an inner critic telling you you’re not good enough, or patterns that keep pulling you into unhealthy relationships. In therapy, we work on recognizing those old patterns, understanding where they came from, and building healthier ways of thinking, feeling, and connecting. The goal is to help you feel more stable, confident, and true to yourself.
At the end of the day, I want you to know:
My methods aren’t about quick fixes. They’re about building the skills, insights, and trust that make healing possible. If you’re ready to be consistent and honest, I’ll be right there with you, guiding and supporting each step.
Is this right for you?
This might be a good fit for you if you…
DBT may help if your emotions feel overwhelming, your relationships feel chaotic, or you’ve been told you’re “too much.”
RO-DBT may help if you feel rigid, isolated, perfectionistic, or like you’re always keeping your guard up.
Schema Therapy may help if you struggle with a harsh inner critic, low self-worth, or relationship patterns that feel impossible to break.
What we’ll work on
With therapy you can…
Learn how to manage overwhelming emotions and respond in ways that help you feel more in control.
Process painful memories so the past no longer holds as much power over your present.
Create healthier relationships by setting boundaries and breaking draining patterns.
Build a stronger sense of self rooted in confidence and self-compassion.
Your story is welcome here.
Your story is welcome here.
Questions?
FAQs
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You don’t need to know before starting — that’s my job. We’ll talk through your struggles and goals, and I’ll recommend the approach (or combination) that fits best.
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Not necessarily. While some clients benefit from focusing on one primary approach, others find that blending methods — like integrating DBT skills with Schema Therapy or RO-DBT — leads to stronger, more sustainable results. Each of the approaches I use (DBT, RO-DBT, and Schema Therapy) is evidence-based, meaning research supports their effectiveness in creating real change. What matters most, though, is how we tailor them to your specific patterns and apply them in a way that feels practical, structured, and doable in your daily life.
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I am Evergreen Certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). This involved intensive, structured training focused on delivering DBT with fidelity in clinical practice, including behavioral chain analysis, skills training (emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness), and applying DBT in individual therapy. While this differs from Linehan Board Certification (DBT-LBC), which is designed for full comprehensive DBT teams, Evergreen certification reflects formal, advanced training in integrating DBT effectively and ethically into outpatient treatment.
I have completed advanced training in Schema Therapy, which targets deeply rooted core beliefs (schemas) formed in early attachment experiences. This approach allows us to work beyond symptom management and address longstanding patterns such as defectiveness, abandonment, unrelenting standards, or self-sacrifice that continue to shape relationships and self-worth.
I am also trained in Radically Open DBT (RO-DBT), a treatment specifically designed for overcontrolled coping styles — including perfectionism, rigidity, emotional inhibition, and difficulty with vulnerability. RO-DBT is particularly effective for restrictive eating disorders, chronic depression, and individuals who appear high-functioning but feel disconnected internally.
Additionally, I have training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). CBT helps identify and restructure unhelpful thought patterns, while ACT focuses on psychological flexibility and values-based action.
Across all modalities, I practice from an attachment-based, relational lens — meaning we examine not only behaviors and thoughts, but also the relational patterns and emotional learning that shaped them.