Isabella Pumo

As a client-centered, values-oriented therapist, I aim to create a warm, welcoming, and collaborative environment. Vulnerabilities are earned, not assumed, so I do my best to lead with empathy, compassion, and curiosity in the therapeutic space. I operate from an evidence-based, trauma-informed, and social justice-oriented approach, which often includes interventions drawn from mindfulness practices and narrative therapy. These interventions are experiential, emotional, or behavioral in nature, and are tailored to your unique needs. I'm acutely aware of the integral blend of culture, power, and privilege within the therapeutic relationship, and know that as therapists, we must be academically, personally, and socially conscious during our personal development and clinical training. I am deeply committed to continuously examining my biases, schemas, identities, and experiences to understand how these facets of my personhood create strengths and blind spots. I acknowledge the bravery it takes to step into a therapy session, whether in person or online, and commit to the process. That's why I'm deeply committed to integrating the personal and professional aspects of therapy, using humor and authenticity to foster a safe and empowering environment. The therapist-client relationship is a unique space, one that is vulnerable, intimate, and personal; I strive to create a space where we can all honor and empower our lived experiences. I understand that seeking therapy is a courageous step, and I am here to support and validate your journey.