Hi, I’m David!
I'm a relational therapist who works with children, teens, parents, and families. Most of the people I work with are trying to make sense of something: why a relationship keeps hitting the same wall, why their child is struggling in ways that are hard to understand, or why certain patterns keep showing up no matter how hard they try to change them. Therapy, to me, is about slowing down enough to actually look at those things together with curiosity and without judgment.
Growing up between cultures gave me an early understanding of how much context shapes us. Learning to navigate different expectations, values, and unspoken family rules meant paying close attention to the stories people carry and how those stories influence the way we connect, protect ourselves, and relate to others. That lens still shows up in how I work.
I genuinely care about the people I sit with, and I don't think therapy has to feel stiff or overly formal to be effective. I do my best to show up as myself, and I will do my best to create a space where you can do the same.
A Space To…
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Therapy with me is not about having the right words or presenting things perfectly. We slow things down and create space to explore what you’re feeling and experiencing without pressure or judgment.
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I pay attention to the broader patterns that shape your life, including family dynamics, cultural influences, and the relationships that helped form how you cope, connect, and protect yourself.
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At times we may notice different parts of you that show up in certain moments. Instead of judging these responses, we explore what they have been trying to do for you and how they make sense within your story.
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Over time, our work together can help you understand yourself more deeply and create new possibilities for how you relate to yourself and others.
Outside the Office
When I’m not working, I’m usually spending time with my partner and our two dogs, Pepper (right) and Nala (left).
I recharge by getting outside whenever I can. Backpacking trips and playing ultimate frisbee help me reset and feel rejuvenated.
At home, you’ll often find me in the kitchen cooking or baking. Sharing food, spending time with loved ones, and being outdoors are some of the ways I stay grounded both in and out of the therapy room.
