My story and how I came to this particular soul-inspired path…

As a gay, queer woman, U.S. Navy Veteran, and trauma survivor, I’ve walked a personal path through adversity and healing. Just three years ago, during my graduate studies, I lost my mother to suicide—an experience that brought me face-to-face with grief in its rawest form. I share this not for sympathy, but so you know: I am a human first, and a therapist second. It’s from this lived experience that I hold space—with deep empathy, reverence, and compassion—for whatever you carry.

I spent my 20s working in the art world, pursuing my dream to become a full-time potter and gallery owner. As I aged, my interests changed. I decided to get certified in personal training. I spent the next few years helping people improve their relationship with food and transforming their bodies and, moreover, their lives.

In my late 20s, I felt called to pursue more altruistic work. I vacillated between joining the Peace Corps or serving my country in the United States Navy. At age 31, I made the unexpected and rather brave move to join the US Navy. I spent the next six years witnessing the impact of trauma on the human biome. My work as a Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Victim Advocate (SAPR-VA) for active duty service members further underpinned the impact of trauma and the absolute necessity of outside care and support. That position and my overall experiences with oppression and marginalization within the armed forces solidified my calling to create accessible and approachable (de-stigmatized) mental health care. It was from this place of clarity and assuredness that I chose to pivot and pursue a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology at Bastyr University.

The modalities I have chosen to offer you are entirely intentional, as I know firsthand how effective and transformative they can be when utilized regularly. I have always been a seeker and someone committed to becoming a better version of myself. Between personal development books and consistent individual therapy for the past decade, I have learned how essential it is to have the ongoing support of a trusted professional. That support allowed me to do the work necessary to create a life of diversified fulfillment and ever-unfolding potential.

I believe there is infinite potential for growth and expansion within the therapeutic relationship due to the inherent power of witness. As I sit with you and we unfold the colorful tapestry of your lived experience, we will embark upon a journey into self-discovery that will reconnect you with your inner power and solidify your voice.