For adults who feel stuck in intrusive thoughts, overthinking and a need for comfort and certainty.
Some people have a more sensitive nervous system—where the brain is quicker to detect threat, uncertainty, or when something feels “off.” That’s not a flaw, but it can make certain patterns stick.
Early experiences of hypervigilance, self-doubt, or misplaced responsibility can also reinforce patterns of seeking certainty, control, or reassurance.
Over time, this can show up as:
mental checking
seeking reassurance
rumination
'what if' loops
a repeated need for certainty
It can feel like your mind won’t let things go—even when part of you knows it doesn’t make sense.
Exposure and Response Prevention
ERP-informed therapy (Exposure and Response Prevention), is an evidence-based approach for OCD.
Rather than trying to get rid of thoughts, we work on:
changing how you respond to them
reducing the pull toward compulsions or mental checking
building your tolerance for uncertainty
helping your nervous system learn that it doesn’t need to stay on high alert
In simple terms: ERP helps your brain learn that you don’t need to solve, check, or be 100% certain in order to feel okay.
Over time, this helps loosen the cycle of OCD so it no longer runs your life.
We also take into account:
the patterns your mind learned over time
the role of self-doubt, responsibility, and hyper-awareness
how your nervous system responds to uncertainty and perceived threat
This allows us to work at both the pattern level and the nervous system level—not just manage symptoms, but actually shift them.
I invite you to schedule a free 15 minute call where you can ask questions and get a feel for how I work and see if this is the right fit for you.
When anxiety shows up, it often isn’t just thoughts—it’s your body going into overdrive.
In our work, we slow things down and pay attention to what’s happening in real time. That might look like noticing when your chest tightens, your thoughts start racing, or you feel the urge to escape or shut down.
Rather than push it away we work with it directly—helping you understand what’s happening in your nervous system and how to respond differently in those moments —offering a new experience.
If certain situations, places, or experiences trigger fear, we approach them gradually, at a pace that feels manageable, so you can build confidence without forcing or flooding yourself.
For recurring nightmares, I work with you to reprocess the repetitive trauma details that continue to show up, helping your mind and body process what is unresolved.
Mon | Closed | |
Tue | 08:30 a.m. – 02:00 p.m. | |
Wed | 08:30 a.m. – 02:00 p.m. | |
Thu | 08:30 a.m. – 02:00 p.m. | |
Fri | 08:30 a.m. – 02:00 p.m. | |
Sat | Closed | |
Sun | Closed |