Life Just Threw A Curve Ball

I’m so glad you’re here!

If you were just diagnosed, I know you are probably feeling so out of body, feeling like this is just not you, wondering if you’ll ever feel normal again.

I want you to know that I have watched many people over the years get through this. You can get your self-esteem back, date normally, enjoy relationships, and feel like yourself again. I have even walked alongside many people who find that their self-esteem, clarity about who they are, and ability to go after what they want in life actually improves more than before their diagnosis.

I would love to help you sort through your diagnosis and come out on the other side. I will not only provide you with education and help with understanding how other people have figured this out, but I will work with you to feel good about yourself, find your confidence again, and address any anxiety, depression or other mental health related symptoms you might be experiencing along with your diagnosis.

Learn more about my services for women and men below.

Counseling for Women with Herpes

Counseling for Men with Herpes

Therapy Group for Women with Herpes

If you’re feeling stuck, hopeless, or alone—I’d love to help. You don’t have to do this on your own. Let’s talk about how I can support you.

Schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation and let’s begin: Contact Me Here

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it possible to find someone who will still want to date me?
Yes. Absolutely. Many people in your shoes have found loving relationships. Therapy can help you work through the fear and begin believing that again.

How do I even begin to tell someone I have herpes?
We’ll go over disclosure strategies, ways to communicate with clarity and confidence, and how to navigate rejection (if it happens) without it destroying your self-worth.

I feel like I’ve lost all confidence. Can that come back?
Yes. Therapy is a place to rebuild from the inside out—so you can feel good in your own skin again and remember that your diagnosis does not define you.

I feel too ashamed to even say the word “herpes.” What if I can’t talk about it yet?
That’s completely okay. We’ll start wherever you are. You can share as much or as little as you feel ready to—and I’ll meet you with warmth and zero judgment.

What if I feel like I’ll have to settle now?
This is a painful but very common belief—and one we’ll explore together. You are allowed to want what you really want and there’s no reason not to go after that.

Do I have to be dating to benefit from therapy?
Not at all. Many of my clients aren’t ready to date yet. Counseling after a herpes diagnosis can help you process your emotions, rebuild confidence, and decide what feels right for you, in your own time.”

Why do you work with people who have been diagnosed with herpes?

As a therapist, I tend to keep my personal life private so that we can focus on YOU. But I know many people wonder how I got into this work, whether I can relate to what you’re going through, or if it is just clinical for me. I had a lesion as a teenager that a doctor thought was herpes. I lived for 8 years thinking that I had herpes, going to support groups, figuring out how to disclose, and taking valacyclovir. I learned a lot from that experience. When I received negative IgG test results in my mid-20s, the herpes community already felt like one I belonged to and I really wanted to keep helping people who were a part of it.

How do I schedule a session?
You can schedule a free 15-minute consultation on my contact page. It’s easy, confidential, and a low-pressure way to see if this feels right for you.