Therapy Grounded in Military Experience
I understand military life not only as a clinician, but through 22 years of Army service. That experience shaped how I work with veterans and service members facing trauma, transition, anxiety, depression, anger, isolation, relationship strain, and questions about identity or purpose.
Common Reasons Veterans Reach Out
- Difficulty adjusting to civilian life
- Loss of identity, purpose, structure, or belonging
- Trauma and PTSD symptoms
- Anger, irritability, or emotional numbness
- Anxiety, depression, or sleep problems
- Relationship and family strain
- Survivor guilt, moral injury, or grief
- Feeling disconnected from people who have not served
A Practical, Evidence-Based Approach
My approach combines practical, evidence-based therapies with an understanding of military culture and the realities of service. Depending on your needs, treatment may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and existential therapy to help reduce symptoms, work through trauma-related beliefs, and rebuild a stronger sense of direction and purpose.
More Than a Diagnosis
Military-related struggles do not always fit neatly into a single diagnosis. PTSD is an important and appropriate diagnosis for many veterans, but it can sometimes become a catch-all explanation when the broader military experience is not fully understood. Difficulties after service may also involve the loss of mission, identity, structure, belonging, shared language, or the sense of being needed. A thoughtful assessment looks beyond symptoms alone to understand what changed, what was lost, and what the veteran is trying to rebuild. Therapy can then address trauma when it is present while also helping restore connection, direction, and purpose.
What You Can Expect in Therapy
You can expect a direct, respectful, and collaborative approach. We will identify what is causing the most difficulty, clarify what you want to change, and develop a treatment plan that fits your experiences and goals. Therapy may involve practical coping skills, examining patterns of thought and behavior, processing trauma, and rebuilding a stronger sense of identity, connection, and purpose.
You Do Not Have to Navigate This Alone
Reaching out for therapy does not mean you have failed to handle things on your own. It means you are choosing to address what is no longer working and take purposeful steps forward. Whether you are still serving, recently separated, or have been out for years, therapy can help you better understand what you are carrying and build a life that feels grounded, connected, and meaningful.