ABOUT ME

Hi! I’m Gemma. I am a licensed independent clinical social worker in the state of Washington (LW61098697). I completed my Master of Social Work at the University of Michigan in 2016. I am a trained psychodynamic psychotherapist and a member of the Seattle Psychoanalytic Society & Institute. Before starting my private practice, I worked as a therapist for several years in community mental health, and prior to that, I was a public health educator in the field of violence prevention.

I enjoy working with couples, families, and individuals who are interested in improving the quality of their interpersonal relationships.

My approach to therapy is informed by relational psychodynamic psychotherapy and attachment theory. I encourage clients to become more curious about their experiences, behaviors, and emotions.

In my work with couples, I use evidence-based interventions from the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy.

I am currently providing services both in person and via Telehealth.