I'm glad you're here.
Life has a way of asking us to adapt.
Sometimes changes arrive gradually. Sometimes they come unexpectedly. Whether we're navigating childhood and adolescence, becoming parents, changing careers, grieving a loss, or rediscovering ourselves later in life, each new chapter asks something different of us.
My journey to this work wasn't a straight line. After many years as a graphic designer, I made the decision to change careers in 2014. That experience of beginning again deepened my appreciation for both the challenges and the possibilities that accompany life's transitions, and is why I value everybody's unique pathway to therapy.
Over the years, several ideas have continued to guide my work:
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Curiosity opens the door to possibility.
Making sense of change asks us to be curious, courageous, and willing to imagine new possibilities for ourselves.
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Growth is a creative act.
Whether we're making a painting, rebuilding a relationship, healing from loss, or finding a new direction in life, we are engaged in a deeply creative process.
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Compassion creates space for healing.
Life is difficult enough without meeting ourselves with criticism or shame. I believe healing begins when we can approach ourselves — and one another — with kindness, curiosity, and respect.
I also recognize that our experiences are shaped not only by our individual histories, but by the families, communities, cultures, and larger systems in which we live.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed and Registered Art Therapist, my training has included psychotherapy, human development across the lifespan, and the use of creative processes in clinical practice. I have a deep interest in and respect for how traumatic experiences and circumstances can impact how we navigate our world. I continue to pursue advanced training each year to ensure my practice reflects current research and evolving clinical knowledge.
I take therapy seriously, but I don't think that means every session has to be serious. Humor, playfulness, and creativity can make room for relief, perspective, and connection.
And above all, I believe a supportive therapeutic relationship can be a powerful catalyst for healing. Often, being seen and understood by someone you trust can help you recognize your strengths and believe in yourself. Together, we can explore your experiences in a way that honors both your struggles and your strengths.