Trauma can leave lasting imprints on the body and mind, shaping how we see ourselves and the world around us. Healing from trauma isn't about forgetting; it's about learning to live fully again in the present, with greater compassion for yourself. I provide trauma-informed art therapy and counseling in Maryland, using creative and somatic approaches to help you gently process the past and rebuild a sense of safety. Through trauma-informed and creative approaches, we work together to gently process what’s been held inside, rebuild a sense of safety, and reconnect with your strength and resilience.

A career in the military or the helping professions offers a unique intersection of profound rewards and significant, multi-domain challenges. While these roles are anchored by a powerful sense of purpose, they also expose individuals to chronic operational stress and secondary trauma. Left unmanaged, these stressors can permeate every aspect of life, potentially leading to compassion fatigue, vicarious traumatization, or burnout.

Becoming a mother can bring immense joy and also moments of overwhelm, self-doubt, and emotional exhaustion. Whether you’re navigating the early days of motherhood, balancing multiple roles, or feeling disconnected from yourself, therapy offers a space to pause, breathe, and reconnect.

Life’s challenges can often leave us feeling anxious, stuck, or uncertain of the path forward. Whether you are navigating persistent worry, emotional exhaustion, or relationship patterns that feel more draining than supportive, therapy provides a vital opportunity to slow down and reconnect. Chris works collaboratively with clients to explore the internal parts of themselves that require attention. By cultivating emotional balance from within, Chris helps clients foster a sense of stability that naturally translates into every other facet of their lives