I believe that every human being is capable of cultivating healthy, fulfilling relationships, and that this is, in fact, a key aspect of mental health and overall wellbeing. Through counseling, I creates a safe space for open conversations about relationships and sexuality, thus supporting my clients in establishing intimate connections that are based on trust, respect, and personal growth.

With extensive experience in trauma-informed care, I understand that our relational styles often originate as self-protective mechanisms in response to challenging or traumatic situations. Through counseling, I guide individuals towards recognizing which patterns no longer serve them while fostering self-compassion for the past versions of themselves that endured hardship. By collaboratively illuminating and reconfiguring these patterns, I empower my clients to cultivate self-compassion and embrace healthier ways of being.

I am passionate about working with both couples and individuals. I also recognize that individual and relational wellbeing are inextricably intertwined, and even “individual” problems such as depression or trauma will impact (and be impacted by) our relationships. Considering this, I am passionate about supporting clients through a range of concerns, including but not limited to body image distress, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, trauma, sexual/gender identity development, sexual shame related to religious background, jealousy, infidelity, and communication difficulties. I am LGBTQ+ affirming and understand the key role that an individual’s cultural identities, including age, race/ethnicity, gender, and more, play in shaping our worldview. I also embrace a body neutral, Health at Every Size- oriented approach, firmly believing that all bodies are beautiful and that body size, shape, and appearance should not dictate sexual empowerment or satisfaction.

Pronouns: She/Her

Rate: $150/50-min session

Contact: erin@aligningintimacy.com