Mission Statement
At Refuge in Healing, my mission is to create a restorative, intentional, and encouraging space where you can feel truly seen, heard, and understood. I believe therapy is a sacred space — one that must be grounded in trust, respect, and compassion — and I welcome you exactly as you are.
Your healing journey deserves an environment that is free from judgment and deeply affirming of every aspect of your identity and lived experience. I am committed to making therapy a safe and inclusive space for everyone, recognizing the courage it takes to show up for yourself in this way.
My approach is trauma-informed, strength-based, and culturally sensitive, honoring the resilience you carry while offering support tailored to your unique needs. I bring an inclusive, intersectional lens to our work, ensuring that no part of your identity is overlooked. Every step we take together is person-centered and client-driven — because you are the expert in your own life, and your voice will always guide our work.
At Refuge in Healing, your story matters, your healing is nurtured, and your growth is celebrated.
Reflections Beyond Therapy
Life and healing can feel like moving through a maze. Sometimes trauma keeps us stuck on certain paths, unsure of where we are headed. Therapy does not make the maze disappear, but it offers support and guidance as you find your way through.
Like water, we are always moving forward — flowing, releasing, and renewing.
Pomegranates holds cultural significance in my heritage — a symbol of life, abundance, and resilience. For me, it is a reminder of the strength carried through ancestry, and how our roots can nourish us as we continue to grow and heal.
Sunlight on the path reminds me that we have more control than we realize — even in uncertainty, light can guide us forward and bring clarity.
Bridges are symbols of connection — one of the most important parts of healing from stress or trauma. Just as bridges bring two sides together, connection helps us move from isolation toward support, safety, and growth.
Mountains remind me that while healing requires persistence, any step we take towards healing can bring us the exact strength or perspective we need in the moment.
There’s a calmness in seeing the world stretch out wide beneath us. It is a reminder that there is more possibility, more beauty, and more hope than we sometimes see in the moment.
A sunset is a gentle reminder that endings can bring resets and space for new beginnings.