In-Person in Largo, MD | Online Across DC, MD & VA
Therapy for Professionals
When Holding It All Together Is Holding You Back
You’re great at keeping it together.
But it’s starting to cost you.
You’ve mastered the art of showing up. You’re reliable, capable, and always in control—at least on the outside.
But lately, it feels like your thoughts are running the show. You overthink what you said in meetings, replay conversations on loop, and second-guess your decisions—even when things go “right.” Underneath the calm exterior is a constant hum of anxiety, self-doubt, and pressure to be everything to everyone.
You’re exhausted, but resting feels unsafe. You crave connection, but vulnerability feels risky. You want to be known, but you also hide the parts that feel messy or “too much.”
And when it comes to relationships? You either shrink to be accepted or over-function to keep things together. You’re starting to wonder if love, trust, or even peace is something people like you get to have.
All the energy you use to keep things together is starting to spill over.
Work feels harder to bounce back from. Friendships feel one-sided. Dating feels discouraging or impossible. You either keep your needs hidden or share them and feel guilty afterward. You may even question your own emotional strength: Why can I do so much, but still feel this stuck?
These patterns don’t mean you’re broken—they’re adaptations. But they’re not working anymore. And something in you knows it’s time for a different way forward.
This is where you get honest, and then you get free.
Imagine what life could feel like if you weren’t constantly bracing for the next thing. If you weren’t second-guessing your decisions or performing confidence just to get through the day.
What if you could trust yourself more—and overthink less?
What if you could express your needs without guilt, set boundaries that actually hold, and let people see the real you without fear of being “too much”?
This is the version of you that therapy helps unlock:
-
- Grounded in your truth
- Clear about what you want—and what you don’t
- Able to rest without shame
- Present in your relationships
- Connected to your body, your values, and your worth
You’ve spent years becoming the person everyone else needs.
Now it’s time to become the version of you that you’ve always needed.
Not just functional. But fulfilled.
You’ve done the most for everyone else. This is where we finally center you.
You’ve spent so long carrying it all alone. Therapy with me is where you finally get to set it down. This isn’t surface-level advice or toxic positivity. We go deep—but in a way that feels safe, steady, and doable. In our work together, we’ll make space for your emotions instead of managing them away. You’ll start noticing your needs before resentment builds. You’ll learn how to speak your truth without guilt, fear, or shutting down.
We’ll explore the patterns that have kept you stuck—like overfunctioning in relationships, shrinking to be chosen, or hiding your needs to stay “easy.” And we’ll rewrite the rules you’ve been living by, the ones rooted in survival but no longer serving your peace.
I blend evidence-based therapy like CBT and Emotionally Focused Therapy with somatic and holistic tools like tapping (EFT). Translation? We work with both your mind and your body—because true healing happens when all parts of you are invited in.
What Starts to Shift When You’re Finally Seen...
-
-
- Less overthinking and more trust in your own decisions
- Clarity around your needs—and the confidence to express them
- Emotional intimacy that feels safe, not scary
- A calmer nervous system and fewer “pretend I’m fine” days
- Relationships that feel mutual, not one-sided
- A deeper connection to your real self—not just the role you play
-
You don’t have to keep performing just to feel worthy.
FAQ's
Q: What should I expect during my first visit?
A: Your first appointment is a chance for us to slow down and get curious about your story. We’ll talk about what brings you in, explore past patterns, and identify the goals you’d like to work toward.
We’ll also focus on connection—because a strong therapeutic relationship is one of the best predictors of meaningful progress. You’re not expected to “know how this works” or “be perfect” in the first session. Come as you are. Ask whatever you need. This time is for you.
Q: I’m used to being the one with the answers—what if I don’t know where to start?
A: That’s more common than you think—and totally okay. You’re used to performing, planning, and holding it all together. Therapy is a space where you don’t have to do that.
You don’t need to come in with an agenda. You just need to show up. Together, we’ll find the thread and start untangling what’s been weighing you down.
Q: Will therapy actually help me if I’m “high-functioning”?
A: Yes. High-functioning doesn’t mean “not struggling”—it just means you’ve gotten really good at masking the struggle. You deserve support, even if you’re still checking off your to-do list or excelling at work.
In fact, many high-achieving professionals benefit from therapy because it gives them a space to be human—not just helpful.
Q: What if I don’t want to talk about childhood stuff right away?
A: We won’t go anywhere you’re not ready to go. Therapy with me is collaborative. While past experiences can help us understand present patterns, we’ll always start where you are.
If what’s keeping you up at night is work stress, emotional burnout, or dating frustration—we’ll meet you there. No pressure, no judgment, no rush.
Q: Will you challenge me or just listen?
A: Both. I’m here to hold space and hold you accountable. Clients often describe me as warm, direct, and honest. If something’s not working, I’ll lovingly call it out. And I’ll celebrate your wins just as hard.
This isn’t therapy that tiptoes. It’s therapy that tells the truth—and helps you rise from it.