Hi, I'm Shaina!

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I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, but more importantly, I'm a person who believes that none of us have life completely figured out. We're all just out here doing the best we can with what we've learned, what we've experienced, and what life has handed us.

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I believe people are more than their mistakes, their struggles, or the patterns they've found themselves repeating. I try to approach others with curiosity, give people the benefit of the doubt, and leave room for the possibility that things can change. That doesn't mean change is always easy or that accountability doesn't matter. It means I believe people deserve the opportunity to learn, grow, and do things differently.

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A Little More About Me

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Outside of the therapy room, I'm an introvert and a bit of a homebody. I'm happiest when the weather gets cooler, I have a good book or crochet project nearby, and there's probably an animal somewhere in the mix. I also have a soft spot for corny jokes, even the ones that probably deserve an eye roll. And, perhaps most importantly, I'm a mom.

Like most people, I'm balancing responsibilities, figuring things out as I go, and trying to make the most of the little moments in between. I don't believe anyone has to have it all together to deserve understanding, connection, or a little grace.

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Why I Do This Work

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I'm drawn to understanding people beyond what's happening on the surface. Our experiences, relationships, family histories, and environments all play a role in shaping how we see ourselves and navigate the world.

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Sometimes the patterns that helped us get through difficult experiences are the same ones that create challenges in our relationships or keep us feeling stuck later in life. I believe understanding where those patterns came from is an important part of creating change.

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As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I look at people within the context of their relationships and experiences. That means we're not just looking at what's happening today, but also exploring the bigger picture: where certain beliefs, behaviors, and relational patterns may have started, how they've been reinforced, and whether they're still serving you.

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I'm passionate about helping individuals and couples make sense of those patterns, develop a deeper understanding of themselves and one another, and find new ways of moving forward.

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What You Can Expect

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My approach to therapy is collaborative, curious, and grounded in the belief that you are the expert on your own life.

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I'm not here to tell you who you should be, what decisions you should make, or what your life is supposed to look like. I'm here to help you slow down, ask questions, notice patterns, explore different perspectives, and make sense of the things that may feel difficult to untangle on your own.

I believe therapy can hold both compassion and accountability. We can acknowledge why certain patterns developed while also being honest about how they affect you and the people around you. There is room for difficult conversations, uncomfortable realizations, growth, and even humor along the way.

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You don't have to show up with everything figured out. You don't have to know exactly what to say or where to begin. You just have to be willing to start somewhere.

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You are allowed to be a work in progress.

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And sometimes, meaningful change begins with one small ripple.