I have long been fascinated by people's stories and how they came to be who they are. I decided to become a therapist because of my desire to allow people to tell their stories without judgement, to be able to feel seen and heard, and to be in a space where they can feel like healing is possible.

I work best with clients who are ready to do the work that is required in therapy. Those who are willing to best honest with themselves about what has brought them to therapy and willing to confront what may be, at times, ugly truths. Additionally, I work best with those who are willing to understand and accept that therapy is going to have some mountain and valley moments. Every session is not going to be great but, we are a collaborative team working toward the same goal--your healing!

I wish clients knew and understood that where they are in their therapy, mental health, and/or healing journey is a marathon not a sprint.

In their first session, clients can expect things to be asked questions regarding their hx with therapy, expectations of current therapy and therapist, and expectations of themselves throughout the process. Additionally, they should expect the opportunity to ask questions to ensure a good fit for their needs. The early stages of therapy will be used as continued rapport building and gaining more knowledge of the client to ensure the most effective way forward to ensure the best healing outcome.

My life experience as a woman, wife, mom, and military veteran inform my practice. This experience has allowed me the fortunate opportunity to engage with, live amongst, and respect others without judgement while also increasing my own self-awareness.

I tailor therapy to meet each client's needs by using a person-centered approach and allowing client's to guide sessions--meeting them where they are and never pushing them beyond where they are ready to go in their journey.