I believe that therapy is a collaborative process that honors the individual as a whole within a safe, nonjudgmental space. My approach is person-centered, focusing on each client’s unique experiences and empowering them to strive toward their goals. I integrate mindfulness, strength identification, and artmaking into my therapeutic practice to help clients navigate their journeys. Through artistic expression, I guide clients in finding their voice to convey these complex thoughts and feelings.

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I earned my master’s degree in counseling and art therapy from Adler University. Art therapy seamlessly complements traditional talk therapy, offering a powerful means of expressing and processing emotions that can be challenging to articulate with words alone.

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My experience includes working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are navigating anxiety, peer and relationship conflicts, stress, and life transitions. I also specialize in helping clients manage peer issues, stress, and anxiety, develop effective coping skills, and support individuals on the autism spectrum. I often incorporate mindfulness techniques and progressive muscle relaxation into sessions to help clients manage these challenges.

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When I'm not working, I enjoy spending time outside with my pets, family, and friends. I often create art for fun, such as crocheting, painting, drawing, or weaving. You might also find me trying to perfect my banana chocolate chip cookies.