Who I Work With:

As a therapist, I work with individuals to support healing and personal growth by addressing the mind, body, and spirit. I enjoy working with a diverse range of clients, including Individuals with Mood Disorders: such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. Trauma Survivors individuals experiencing symptoms of PTSD, complex trauma, or childhood abuse/neglect. People Coping with Life Transitions such as divorce, career changes, grief and loss, or relocation. Clients with Personality Disorders such as borderline personality disorder, often using DBT or other evidence-based approaches. Clients with Co-occurring Disorders: such as substance use combined with mental health diagnoses. Adolescents and Young Adults dealing with identity formation, peer relationships, academic pressure, or family conflict. LGBTQ+ Individuals offering affirmative therapy related to identity, coming out, discrimination, gender identity and mental health. Military Veterans or First Responders managing trauma, reintegration, and occupational stress.

How I Help:

I tailor my therapeutic approach to meet each client’s unique needs, drawing from modalities such as CBT, DBT, IFS, EMDR, ACT, and solution-focused therapy, depending on the client and context. I am committed to fostering a therapeutic alliance that promotes trust, insight, and positive behavioral change through individualized and evidence-based interventions. My goal is to empower each person to become more aligned with their true self and live with greater clarity, purpose, and peace.

Modalities & Tools I Use

I draw from a range of evidence-based and developmentally appropriate approaches, including:

• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
• Internal Family Systems (IFS)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Acceptance and Commitment
• Therapy (ACT) Mindfulness Based Therapy

Credentials & Training

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) since 2017
• Master of Social Work (MSW), University of Kansas
• Trained in Cognitive Behavior theory (CBT)
• Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
• Additional training in trauma-informed approaches

About me:

I was born and raised in Kansas, surrounded by agriculture and the beautiful prairie and sunsets. I came to be a social worker later in life and enjoy being a therapist. Outside of my clinical work, I enjoy a quiet and balanced life that reflects my commitment to personal growth and mindfulness. Valuing quality time with my family and friends, and I often spend weekends hiking, traveling, reading, or exploring local restaurants . An advocate for holistic well-being, I practice meditation regularly and am passionate about fitness, nutrition, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
When I’m not working with clients or engaging in continued education, I enjoy music, photography, and the occasional road trip to recharge and gain new perspectives. Being grounded and compassionate nature in both my personal and professional life is a reflection of the values I bring to my therapeutic practice