Hello! I’m glad you stopped to check out my bio. I have been practicing counseling for 20 plus years and just entered the world of private practice.

 

During my first few decades as a counselor, I was blessed to learn a lot from those in the chair opposite me. I’ve learned that too many people have experienced trauma and don’t know that healing is possible. I’ve learned that validation can break down walls of protection so the true self can feel safe to say things necessary for change and growth. I’ve learned that relationships are messy and that with effort, clean-up is possible. I’ve learned, maybe confirmed, I don’t know everything, so listening and partnering is key.

 

What I do know is that I’m passionate about Trauma Informed Care. I have training and experience with Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Prolonged Exposure (PE). All these methods help me help people with symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, relational struggles, substance use, Borderline Personality Disorder, or troubles adjusting to unexpected change.

 

If you decide to make an appointment with me, I’ll see you soon.