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Beneath all the stories, fears, and expectations, there’s a truer self waiting to be seen —

The weight you carry isn’t who you are

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Anxiety and Mood Disorders

The pain of anxiety and depression is real, and it is valid to feel overwhelmed and exhausted by it. But this is not your natural state. Healing is not about erasing these experiences, but rather, about learning to navigate your emotions with new tools and understanding.

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Stuck Trauma

Trauma isn’t just a memory—it can live in the body long after the event has passed. You might feel it as tension, numbness, restlessness, or a sense of being disconnected from yourself. When the body doesn’t have the chance to fully process what happened, those survival responses can stay “stuck,” leaving you feeling trapped in patterns of anxiety, shame, or fear. In therapy, we can gently work with both mind and body to release these held experiences and help restore a sense of safety and wholeness.

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Life Transitions

Life transitions can be scary, exciting, and unsettling. Whether you’re starting a new career, ending a relationship, facing retirement, or experiencing a major loss, these moments often bring a mix of emotions—hope, grief, confusion, possibility. Even positive changes can feel destabilizing as they ask us to let go of what’s familiar and step into the unknown.

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Existential or Spiritual Crisis

At times, life can feel unfamiliar or uncertain, as deep questions about purpose, meaning, or faith begin to surface. You may find yourself questioning what once felt clear—your beliefs, values, or direction in life. These moments of existential or spiritual crisis, while often painful, can also be openings for profound growth and understanding.

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What Do I Offer?

Everyone experiences pain in their own way. Healing doesn’t move at the same pace for everyone, and that’s okay. Through my online sessions, I'll meet you where you are. Together, we will work on what you need and how you feel.

This is a safe and affirming space for LGBTQIA+ people to explore their experiences without fear of judgment. Here, your identity, relationships, and story are respected and celebrated. Whether you’re navigating coming out, family dynamics, gender identity, or simply seeking a space where you can be fully yourself.. here, you're offered support and understanding.

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Individual Therapy

This space is for anyone who wants to understand themselves more deeply, manage anxiety or mood changes, and heal from past emotional pain. Together, we’ll look at the patterns that keep you stuck and build gentle tools for balance and self-compassion. Using mindfulness and Somatic Experiencing, among other modalities, I’ll help you calm your nervous system, ease emotional overwhelm, and live with more presence, authenticity, and peace.

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Couples Therapy

Relationships can be our greatest source of comfort and pain. In couples therapy, we’ll look up to the patterns that lead to conflict and disconnection, and learn new ways to communicate with empathy and respect. Together, you and your partner will learn how to rebuild trust, deepen understanding, and strengthen emotional connection. My role is to guide the process with compassion and curiosity, helping each of you feel seen, heard, and safe.

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Even When Life Feels Heavy, Healing Is Possible

Take a deep breath — hope lives here. When you’re ready, email me to set up a free 15-minute consultation.

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Reviews by Our Clients

“I started therapy feeling constantly anxious and stuck in my head. From our first session, Bren made me feel safe. We worked through my racing thoughts and learned how to calm my body using mindfulness. Over time, my anxiety doesn’t run my life anymore. I can breathe again, sleep better, and actually enjoy small moments.”

– Jo Adams

“Bren introduced me to somatic experiencing, and it’s the first time I’ve ever felt real release instead of just talking about my past. I was helped to connect with my body safely, without judgment. I didn’t realize how much my body was holding onto old trauma until we started working together. Now I can move through my days without feeling constantly on edge.”

– Sam Jacob

“When everything in my life changed at once, new city, career shift, breakup, I felt completely lost. Therapy became my anchor. Bren helped me slow down and really understand what I was feeling, instead of running from it. We explored who I want to become, not just what I was leaving behind. I now feel a sense of clarity and courage to move forward.”

– Robin Stanley

“Before therapy, I was so hard on myself all the time. Bren gently taught me mindfulness and self-compassion in a way that made sense. We practiced slowing down, noticing my thoughts, and treating myself with kindness. It wasn’t easy at first, but now it’s a habit that’s changed how I live. I don’t spiral like I used to. I feel more connected to myself and others.”

– Meg Foster

“I came to therapy not because of a crisis, but because I felt something was missing. My feeling was I’d “made it” in life but still felt empty. Bren helped me explore those deeper questions without pushing for easy answers. We talked about meaning, purpose, and how to live with uncertainty. Our sessions became a space where I could be real, curious, and vulnerable.”

– Rick Pavlin

“My partner and I were on the edge of giving up. We kept fighting about the same things and couldn’t communicate. Working with Bren helped us slow down, actually listen, see each other differently, and guide us to understand our patterns and triggers with compassion. Now, instead of reacting, we talk and repair faster.”

– Maura Cook

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If you’ve been carrying too much for too long, reach out to begin a conversation that helps you find your footing again. Please note: initial contact preferred via email.

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