Why rejoining roots?

People are a lot like plants.

We are taught to believe that the flowers or fruit—such as money or happiness—are the most valuable aspects of our being, but this is not the whole truth. If we want to fully bloom—to see prosperity and growth—we must tend to the parts of ourselves that are rooted in attachment.

Our roots, as humans, are not seen, so it can be challenging to care for something that isn't easily tangible. But when we start learning about who we come from— our family patterns, traditions, unspoken rules—we see similarities in our own way of living. The roots become visible, and we see how connected we all are.

Through this process of uncovering and exploring, you'll find roots that no longer nurture yourself or your family. When we discover our root system, it can be hard to ignore—like the most important garden you ever started—and root by root, we will begin the process of re-joining: with ourselves, with our stories, and with the ones who matter most.

about me. . .

as a child, I was a quiet, sensitive little girl who aimed to make sense of all the disconnection that I saw happening around me. I 'buried my head in books,' as my brother once criticized, and made psychology the answer to my family's suffering. Not knowing that I was about to get it all wrong, I became an emotional detective—always attuned to others' feelings, never fully able to trust their reactions.

It wasn't until becoming a therapist that I—rather quickly—realized empirical research wasn't going to 'fix' my family. I had to open myself up to the strength found in vulnerability, accountability, and radical self-love. It took twenty years to learn that my tears were never a weakness, but conductors for connection.

I started this private practice because I discovered a passion for witnessing people as they are. Seeing humans hurt, guarded, imperfect—and still choosing vulnerable connection—has been my greatest and most humbling honor.