I graduated from University of Alaska Fairbanks with my BSW. This educational experience was foundational to my love for holistic mental health care. I attended Salisbury University for my MSW, specializing in co-occurring substance use and mental health care. I have extensive experience in working with folks with persistent mental health and substance use disorders, across all treatment levels. 

 

I provide therapy from a person centered, strengths based, and collaborative approach. We will work together to build a therapeutic relationship that feels supportive, safe and authentic so you feel comfortable enough to explore and engage. Making the decision to begin therapy, or begin with a new provider, is an act of courage and I am always honored to walk beside you. As a strengths based therapist, I believe you already possess numerous skills and resources that can be utilized to promote healing. As a person centered therapist, I believe you’re the expert in your own experience and we will collaborate together to set treatment goals that feel tailored to you.

 

I reference tools from a variety of therapeutic methods such as IFS (Internal Family Systems), CBT, DBT, Polyvagal Theory, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness to cultivate a holistic therapy experience. I have training in trauma informed modalities and crisis intervention. Clients often report feeling that I am a calming presence, who helps them to feel seen and not judged. 

 

I am supportive of the unique needs of LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and neurodiverse folks. I am a good fit for clients who are new to therapy or feel unsure about how it works. I also work well with folks who are interested in beginning implementing solutions and are open to practicing skills in between sessions. Progress is not linear and we will go at your pace.

 

In my free time I enjoy the outdoors. You can usually find me on the beach or hiking. I enjoy amateur nature photography, foraging for wild food, and looking for shark teeth. My other hobbies include pickleball, family time, and hanging out with my pets.

 

I have evening and/or weekend availability at this time.