A little about me. 

As a first generation Hungarian-American, I’ve spent much time reflecting on the difficulties that first-gen teens and adults face. From family conflicts, differences in values, feelings of shame over being “different”, confusion over self-identity….the list of struggles is long and can be overwhelming to cope with alone. I really enjoy helping others who are having a hard time navigating identity, whether this is gender or culture or anything in between. I fully believe in the inherent strength of each person who might just need a little guidance and some updated skills along the way to truly maximize their lives. I’ve seen people I’ve worked with make some truly incredible changes and this is something I find endlessly rewarding as a therapist.

I’ve spent much of my life traveling and being immersed in other ways of living and this has informed much the work I do today. I strive to meet each new client with openness and flexibility, being patient to truly understand the issues before providing immediate solutions. I’m currently settled in and living near the mountains of the PNW and am providing therapy remotely via Zoom to tweens, teens, and adults needing more support in their lives.  I am also offering limited in-person sessions from my office in Bellevue. The outdoors are my happy place and I try to spend as much time as possible outside. When not working I enjoy finding time for hobbies and weekend adventures.

Education & background. 

In 2016, I completed a Master of Social Work, with a mental health focus, through the University of Southern California. I have always been fascinated by the mind and human behavior, and in the way that these can be shaped to create a more fulfilling life and positive outlook. During my last year of graduate school, I spent my internship in a non-profit setting in Seattle, helping adults with severe and persistent mental illness build skills to achieve a higher quality of life.

Upon graduation, I began work at a community mental health agency as an adult outpatient therapist, helping dozens of clients with various diagnoses achieve goals outlined in comprehensive treatment plans. Ten years ago, I found myself working with my current team at DBT Eastside, where my love for DBT behavioral therapy has grown strong. I have also grown my own private practice, The Lookout Counseling Services. Over the years I have gained client experience as well as training in several different therapeutic modalities. I am trained intensively in both DBT and RO-DBT, as well as EMDR for trauma and ERP for OCD. I am also a HAES-informed and trained clinician. I genuinely enjoy learning about people and what makes them tick....and what could potentially make their lives better.