I believe that being open about my values isn’t about promoting a political agenda. It’s about giving people the information they need to make an informed decision about who they want to work with in therapy. For many, especially those from historically marginalized or targeted communities, therapy can only be healing when it also feels safe. Knowing a therapist’s values up front can be part of that safety. So, in that spirit of transparency, I want to be clear about what I believe and how I approach this work.

As a psychologist, I believe that being clear about where I stand on key issues isn’t just good practice—it’s a matter of ethics, safety, and trust. This is especially important for clients who are part of marginalized communities, many of whom are seeking therapy in direct response to ongoing political harm.