About Me

Hi, I’m Haley, the founder of Rooted Mind Therapy, and I’m so glad you’re here.

I believe that healing begins with feeling truly seen and understood. That’s why I prioritize the relationship between client and therapist above all else. I describe my approach as flexible, direct, and unafraid to bring humor into the therapy room.

A significant focus of my practice is working with OCD and anxiety, particularly clients who feel stuck in cycles of intrusive thoughts, doubt, reassurance-seeking, checking, avoidance, perfectionism, or mental rituals. I have completed specialized training in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) through the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) and the Cognitive Behavioral Institute [CBI], and I am listed in the IOCDF Resource Directory as a provider offering OCD treatment. I’m passionate about helping clients understand how OCD works and learn to respond differently to uncertainty and intrusive thoughts so they can spend less time managing their anxiety and more time living their lives.

As someone who identifies as lesbian, I understand how complex and deeply personal the journey of self-discovery can be. I specialize in supporting LGBTQ+ individuals as they explore identity, build self-esteem, and navigate the challenges of living authentically in a world that can feel unwelcoming. Whether you’re questioning, coming out, or working through the layers of internalized messages, I provide a space where your truth is honored and affirmed.

I help clients find relief and build meaningful lives using evidence-based approaches, primarily Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). ACT teaches you how to step back from unhelpful thoughts, make space for difficult emotions, and reconnect with the values that matter most to you so you can move forward with purpose. ERP is the gold-standard behavioral treatment for OCD and involves gradually facing fears, intrusive thoughts, uncertainty, or triggers while learning not to engage in the compulsions and mental rituals that keep the OCD cycle going.

As for my life outside of the therapy room, I enjoy spending quality time with my family (including three fur babies) and friends, playing video games, reading, trying out local coffee shops and restaurants, and traveling when possible. I look forward to connecting soon!