I am a Colorado native who lived on both the east and west coasts, before returning in 2007. Though I’m a native, I do not own a dog or a Suburu! My favorite place to be is the beach, but when I can’t be there I enjoy playing with my cat, reading, playing the piano, cooking and exploring museums and restaurants. I also took all the nature photos that you see on this website!
As a therapist, I am a compassionate listener and knowledgable guide with an ability to be gentle yet direct. It is hard to open up to someone you don’t know! I provide a safe space for exploration and thoughtful interventions that lead to healing.
My practice focuses on helping clients of all ages on a range or issues including relationships, grief and loss, trauma and PTSD, self-esteem, anxiety and shame. I also support clients struggling with depression, disordered eating, stress related to toxic work or family environments, divorce, medical trauma, parenting and healing from physical, sexual and/or narcissistic abuse.
In addition to private practice, I have worked in several mental health settings including as a school counselor, substance abuse counselor for teens, grief counselor and in home family therapist. I have worked extensively with immigrant, minority and refugee populations and have a deep understanding of the devastating effect that oppressive systems have on mental health.
Education and Certifications
BS in psychology from CU Boulder
MS in Counseling from the CACREP accredited marriage and family therapy program at California Polytechnic State University.
EMDR Certified
IFS Trained
Registered Sandplay Therapist
Continuing Education
There’s always more to learn! More recent trainings I’ve completed include topics such as ADHD, Neurodivergence, disordered, binge and emotional eating, IFS, IFS informed EMDR, Polyvagal Theory, Sensorimotor Therapy, Narcissistic Abuse Recovery and Somatic Experiencing.