I chose to become a therapist because I believe in the meaningful impact of human connection and the power of empathy and understanding. I’ve always been drawn to the quiet, honest spaces where people finally let themselves be real. There’s something meaningful about sitting with someone as they make sense of their thoughts, their patterns, and the parts of themselves they’ve had to carry alone for too long. Therapy felt like a natural place for me - a space where listening, understanding, and slow, stable connection can create genuine change. It’s a privilege to be trusted with people’s stories, and to witness the small but powerful ways they find their strength again.