A Steady, Direct Approach to Therapy
Support when you need it, challenge when it matters.
You don’t have to force change or pretend things are fine to do meaningful work here. Therapy with me is grounded, practical, and focused on helping you engage with life differently—especially when pressure, anxiety, or uncertainty show up.
What It’s Like to Work With Me
Working with me tends to feel less like a therapy interview and more like a real conversation — with a dash of survival guide for the wilderness of your mind.
There’s room for humor (and swearing) when it fits, quiet moments when something needs space, and directness when it matters. Sometimes I’m listening closely and letting things unfold. Other times, I’m leaning in — naming what I see and planting the seeds of harder questions, even if we don’t explore them fully yet.
One of the first differences many clients notice is how quickly we orient toward where you want to go. Not in vague terms like “less anxiety” or “feeling happier,” but in concrete, real-world ways. We talk about what you’d actually be doing if anxiety wasn’t running the show — and how we’d know the work is working.
In sessions, you’ll likely notice that we:
focus on outcomes, not just insight
name patterns as they show up in real time
challenge without shaming or blaming
treat thoughts and reactions as things to work with, not evidence that something is wrong with you
When I challenge you, it’s not about pushing harder. It’s about helping you see how the mind pulls you into old, familiar loops. Then, we practice a different way of responding — one that builds steadiness rather than more self-criticism.
I’m not interested in nodding along or staying silent when patterns keep you stuck. I’m also not interested in playing the role of a detached expert or a dramatic, empathic healer. I show up as a human working alongside you — direct, honest, and collaborative.
You won’t be asked to perform or impress me. You won’t be left without direction, but I also won’t push my agenda over yours. We pay attention to what’s happening, name it plainly, and decide what to do next, together.
Who This Work is For
This work tends to be a good fit for men and masculine-aligned folks who are carrying a lot and are willing to engage with what’s actually happening rather than pushing harder or waiting it out. This work is especially helpful if you’re ready to challenge yourself and experiment with doing things differently, even when discomfort is part of the process.
You might recognize yourself here if:
You feel pressure to stay capable, steady, and in control — even when it’s exhausting.
Anxiety, overthinking, or self-criticism run in the background no matter how much effort you put in.
You’re tired of white-knuckling your way through everything.
You want real change, not just insight or temporary relief.
You’re open to being challenged when patterns show up — without being shamed or talked down to.
Who this may not be a good fit for:
This approach is likely not a good fit if you’re looking for:
Therapy that focuses only on insight or venting without translating it into action.
Someone to tell you exactly what to do each step of the way.
Change without challenge or discomfort.
A purely validating space that avoids naming patterns when they show up.
That doesn’t mean those approaches are wrong. They’re just not how I work.
A Note on Readiness
Many of my clients start without knowing what needs to change — only that something needs to change. You may not know what a life without struggle, stress, and pressure would look like because you’ve lived with this for so long.
You don’t need to have everything figured out before starting. But this work does ask for curiosity, honesty, and a willingness to practice responding differently — not just understanding yourself better. Insight is information, but insight without action doesn’t lead to change.
If this feels aligned, we’ll likely work well together.
How I Think About Change
Most people come to therapy wanting to feel better. That makes sense. But feeling better isn’t the same as living better — and it’s not a reliable measure of meaningful change.
I don’t see anxiety, discomfort, or self-doubt as the core problem. Those are part of being human. Part of living a life full of purpose and meaning that naturally involves uncertainty. What tends to keep people stuck is the effort spent avoiding, controlling, or fighting what shows up inside.
Change starts with awareness. We slow things down enough to notice what your mind does under pressure—without turning that awareness into another reason to judge yourself.
From there, the work becomes practical. Insight alone doesn’t create change. It’s just information. What matters is how you respond once you see what’s happening. We practice meeting thoughts, emotions, and urges differently so you’re not automatically pulled into old patterns when things get uncomfortable.
This kind of change isn’t linear. Old habits will resurface at times. That doesn’t mean you’re failing—it means you’re practicing something new under real conditions.
The goal isn’t to eliminate discomfort or become a different person. It’s to build the capacity to stay steady, choose intentionally, and act in ways that reflect what matters to you—even when life gets messy.
“Confidence doesn’t come from controlling the uncontrollable. It comes from trusting yourself to handle the uncertain.”
Ways We Can Work Together
There isn’t one “right” way to do this work. How we meet should support your ability to show up honestly and stay engaged—not force you into a setup that doesn’t fit.
I offer a few different ways to work together, depending on what feels most workable for you. We can talk through what might work best for you and adjust as needed.
The structure is there to support the work, not the other way around.
In-Person Therapy
Meeting face-to-face provides a steady, contained space to work directly with what shows up. For some people, being physically present helps create focus and momentum — especially when life feels scattered or overwhelming.
Online Therapy
Online sessions offer flexibility without sacrificing depth. We can do the same focused, engaged work from wherever you are in Arkansas, which can make it easier to stay consistent when schedules are tight or life is in flux.
Walk-and-Talk Therapy
Walk-and-talk therapy offers a different way in. Being outdoors and moving side by side can make conversations feel more natural and grounded, especially when we’re working with stress, rumination, or feeling stuck in your head.
A Way Forward
If this approach resonates, you don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out.
Starting therapy here isn’t about admitting defeat or handing your problems off to someone else. It’s about taking a clear-eyed look at what’s been running the show — and deciding to respond differently.
The next step is simply a conversation. We can talk through what’s been going on, what you’re hoping for, and whether this way of working feels like a good fit. No pressure, no performance — just a chance to see if moving forward together makes sense.
If it does, we’ll take it one step at a time.