I’m Christie…

aI’m a licensed social worker (LMSW) passionate about supporting parents, children, and families through the challenges and joys of early parenthood. As a queer, neurodivergent therapist, I prioritize creating a safe, compassionate, and affirming space where clients feel truly seen and heard. My work is deeply rooted in helping individuals heal, grow, and build meaningful connections within themselves and their relationships.

With a specialization in trauma, parenting, and relationship dynamics, I focus on helping parents address past wounds so they can show up fully for their children. I tend to use a personalized combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Therapy, and attachment-based interventions. I also bring expertise in postpartum mood disorders, childhood trauma, and navigating complex family systems, ensuring a trauma-informed, inclusive approach tailored to each client’s unique needs.

I completed the Wayne State MSW/Infant Mental Health Dual-Title program and have extensive experience in child development and child welfare, including working with CPS and foster care. My practice is grounded in trauma-informed care and is affirming of diverse identities and lifestyles, including LGBTQIA+ and polyamory/ENM. Whether you’re seeking to heal, navigate parenting challenges, or strengthen relationships, I’m here to provide the support and tools you need to thrive.

I work best with clients who are:

  • Motivated and committed to personal growth

  • Introspective and curious about themselves

  • Open to look critically at their past experiences

  • Are open to the idea that therapy can help them

  • “I have two young children and I’ve found myself yelling like my father did when I was young and it’s just really hard to navigate.”

  • “My partner and I are trying to conceive and I’m worried that my anxiety is going to make my pregnancy and parenting experience unenjoyable.”

  • “My baby never sleeps and when she cries I cry too because I’m so exhausted and it’s making me question why I wanted to be a father.”

  • “I just had a baby and I’m having a lot of trouble relaxing and worry about my baby all the time.”

  • “I recently became the foster parent of my nephew, who is three. He’s really aggressive and we can’t seem to potty train him. I’m not sure what to do to help him.”

  • “I’m not an angry person generally, but I find myself enraged at my children often, and it’s really scaring me. I don’t want to lose control!”

  • “My nesting partner and I have been discussing what it means to have a baby when we both have other partners. I really need support as we navigate this.”

  • “I have young children and I’m really unhappy with my current partner. I’m not sure what to do, but I’m scared that their parenting is negatively impacting my kids.”

  • “My toddler is super clingy and never listens to me no matter what I do. I just don’t know what to do anymore.”

  • “My partner really wants to have a baby, but I’m really scared and unsure, which is really putting stress on our relationship.”

  • "I just found out that I'm pregnant again and it wasn't planned. I don't want an abortion but I don't know how to accept that I'm going to have another baby."