I believe therapy is for everyone and I'm passionate about meeting people where they're at.  We're all human, and sometimes life requires vulnerability and digging deep into the hard and the heavy to find hope and healing.  I believe it's ok to embrace the mess and chaos, and believe that acceptance in those deep and dark moments is where magic and healing is found.

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I use an eclectic framework and utilize a blend of various modalities in session (ex: brainspotting, family systems, CBT, interpersonal therapy, DBT,  Rogerian therapy) in a relaxed, integrative, and flexible way.

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I'm highly person-centered and my style could be described as warm, gentle, & curious with a hefty dose of empathy (hello deep feelers-takes one to know one!) and validation. Therapy with me doesn't feel formal or stuffy; it feels like you're talking to a good friend (but with professional boundaries!) and feels real, connected, raw at times (cause sometimes feelings are heavy), validating, and safe and supportive.

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I've been working in the mental health field since 2016!  I've worked in a variety of settings:  in a shelter with the unhoused, in a non-profit, with probation/court ordered clients, in inpatient substance use, and in outpatient community mental health facilities.  I received my Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health in 2018 and have been practicing in one form or another ever since!

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In 2020 in the midst of the pandemic I switched to private practice to pursue my passion of
working with & empowering women. I enjoy supporting women in navigating identity, relationships,
self-esteem, boundaries, communication, parenthood/perinatal/postpartum periods, family systems,

and working to managing and improve overall mental health and wellbeing.  I love seeing my clients

gain a sense of empowerment and confidence as they learn to adjust to the ebb and flow of the tides

of life-finding a sense of acceptance and a semblance of balance.

 

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In real life...​

 

I’m married to my partner of 15 years and a mom to three wild and beautiful children.  I adore my cats, dogs, and chickens, and enjoy listening to the hum of our backyard bee hives.  Nature, exploring, and mountains are my jam.  I live in Alaska and don't plan on ever leaving.  I  gave myself purple highlights over the summer and think self-expression in all forms is pretty rad.  I question 'how old is too old for a nose ring?' and tell myself the answer is 'never.'  I finally got over my fear of needles and now get a tattoo every time I go on vacation.

 

I openly share that I live with multiple mental health diagnoses myself and think attending therapy is one of the absolute best life-decisions you can make (shout out to my therapist if you're reading this!).  I am an advocate for combatting stigma and shame through visibility and advocacy, and believe things don't have to be 'bad' in order to deserve support.

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I want you to know that in so many instances, I've been there, too. At the end of the day, we're all human. It can be life-changing to have someone who can see and validate your pain and struggle without judgment. Whatever your unique circumstance, you don't have to face it alone and deserve support.  If you can't find hope yet, that's ok. I'll carry it for you.

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