Population I serve: 

I work with teens and adults who want support navigating life-stage challenges.

I treat those who struggle with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, grief and many other mental health challenges. I have additional experience helping those who suffer from Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors, such as Trichotillomania, Skin-Picking, Cheek Chewing or Nail-Biting. I am a trauma-informed practitioner. I provide gender affirming care and support all clients regardless of their gender, sex, race, color or creed.

What I offer:

I offer traditional talk-therapy while teaching about the mind/body connection. I use Brainspotting with clients who are looking for deeper and more long-lasting results. I connect with all my clients through a relationally-focused psychodynamic perspective. This means I emphasize the therapeutic relationship itself as a central tool for healing and growth. 

Approach:

I use wisdom from many types of therapy traditions. Some of the most common I use with clients are Brainspotting, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Breathwork, Somatic Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I continue to expand my therapy skills and knowledge with annual continuing education.

About Me:

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about building a collaborative therapeutic relationship with clients. I welcome diverse backgrounds and perspectives and offer a respectful environment to everyone.

Background:

My journey into becoming a therapist began in 2001, when I went back to school to earn my Masters Degree in Social Work. I always had a passion for hearing others’ stories and had a desire to work in my community helping others. Before I realized I was ready to follow my dream to become a therapist, I worked as a flight attendant for four years, after earning my Bachelors of Arts in Journalism at the University of Georgia.

I moved to Alaska with my partner, in 2003 and worked as hospital Social Worker, while simultaneously raising our four children. I went into private practice in 2015, and have enjoyed sharing workspace and collaboration with several other therapists in a cozy midtown location. 

Contact me for a free consultation to see if I am a good fit for you!