My Approach

I specialize in evidence-based treatment for alcohol misuse and alcohol use disorders, offering a safe, shame-free space for individuals to examine their relationship with alcohol and pursue meaningful, lasting change.

Alcohol use is common, and in roughly 10% of cases it develops into physical or psychological dependence. Struggling with alcohol is not a matter of willpower; it often reflects a unique combination of biological, psychological, and social factors that increase vulnerability to addiction. Genetics alone account for about 60% of a person’s risk of developing an alcohol use disorder.

I provide both individual and group counseling to help reduce shame and stigma, strengthen insight, and build practical, science-supported coping strategies tailored to your goals. My approach combines compassion with evidence-based interventions, supporting you in building a life you do not need alcohol to numb or escape.

You don’t have to navigate this alone—I’m here to help you move toward clarity, health, and sustainable recovery.

I fully support clients who choose to participate in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) while also recognizing that it is not the right fit for everyone. AA and the 12-step model have helped millions of people achieve and maintain recovery, and I deeply respect its value. However, I do not require participation in AA. Personal choice is essential in fostering empowerment, and coercive practices—still common in parts of the recovery industry—are neither effective nor aligned with my approach.

If AA feels like a supportive option for you, I am happy to integrate AA-focused goals or themes into your treatment. If AA does not resonate, we can explore alternative peer-support communities and other evidence-based strategies that align with your values and preferences.

My clinical work is not based on the 12-step model. Current research does not support relying solely on AA traditions to treat alcohol use disorder. Professional treatment and AA serve different purposes, though many clients find they complement each other well. Treatment involves evidence-based interventions delivered by a trained clinician, such as Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and EMDR. AA, by contrast, is a peer-led support community designed to build connection, structure, and accountability.

Both can be powerful, but neither is required for recovery. If AA is not a path you wish to pursue, you should not feel discouraged—many people recover through alternative methods. My role is to meet you exactly where you are and design a recovery plan that fits your needs, strengths, and goals.

Alcohol Anonymous (AA)?

**Something unique about the way I might approach AA with some clients is helping them see it as congruent with the Jungian / Psychedelic healing process of ego dissolusion. Most people are unaware that the founder of AA, Bill Wilson, was a fan of the famous psychiatrist, Carl Jung, and Jung’s influence is seen throughout the AA model. Bill Wilson was also pro-psychedelic for this very reason. He saw psychedelic substances as an option to dissolve the ego, embrace the shadow, and connect to spirituality - a key feature of AA.