I’m a psychotherapist, yoga teacher, and holistic health advocate who believes therapy should honor your individuality. My goal is to create a space where you feel supported, understood, and equipped with tools that truly fit your life.

I founded Padera Therapy and Wellness in 2017 after seeing how many people were searching for care that combined both high-quality counseling techniques and holistic methods of healing. In my work, I often integrate approaches like dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and mindfulness practices such as yoga and meditation.

Clients describe my style as warm, compassionate, and honest. I take pride in helping people feel comfortable quickly so we can get to the heart of what’s keeping them stuck. Together, we’ll uncover unhelpful patterns, address the symptoms that come with them, and build meaningful changes that lead to greater confidence, healing, and insight.

I specialize in working with teens, millennials, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, borderline personality disorder, relationship challenges, self-esteem struggles, and identity concerns. I am especially passionate about supporting women - from professional women to moms and caretakers - as they work to find balance and health in their daily lives.

If you're ready to take the first step toward change, I'd be honored to walk alongside you.

A little about me:

When I’m not in the therapy room, you can usually find me hanging out with my husband and sons, taking yoga or spin classes, reading, or watching guilty-pleasure British reality TV. I also love sharing resources — whether it’s podcasts, books, or articles — to support clients on their healing journey.