I’ve been working in the mental health field since 1998 as a therapist, advocate, and facilitator. Over the course of my career, I’ve worked in a variety of behavioral health and social service settings, supporting individuals and families with complex mental health and life challenges.

I earned my Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Santa Barbara in 2011 and became a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in 2015. My early clinical training included intensive work with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in correctional settings, inpatient psychiatric units, and intensive outpatient programs. I also spent several years in Social Services supporting survivors of sex trafficking, an experience that profoundly shaped my understanding of trauma and the importance of safety, dignity, and trust in therapeutic relationships.

Since 2020, I have focused on telehealth based private practice, where I work primarily with adults. My clinical interests have evolved to include trauma, emotionally and psychologically complex relationships, narcissistic and emotional abuse, anxiety, depression, burnout, chronic pain and illness, women's life transitions, and the psychological impact of difficult medical experiences.

I also have specialized experience supporting individuals navigating psychiatric medication tapering, challenging deprescribing experiences, protracted withdrawal, and iatrogenic or medication-related harm. My role in this work is psychological and emotional support. I do not provide medication management or advise clients about whether to start, stop, or change medications.

My Clinical Approach

My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and individualized. I draw from several therapeutic traditions, including DBT, ACT, CBT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic and nervous-system-informed approaches. I don't believe therapy needs to follow a single formula, and I tailor the work to the individual rather than relying on one modality.

I also incorporate optional experiential approaches, including Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/Tapping) and Symbolic Imagery Sessions®. As a Certified Tarotpy® Practitioner, I use symbolic imagery as an optional therapeutic enhancement or coaching modality for clients who are drawn to this kind of reflective, depth-oriented work.

My interest in mind-body work extends beyond psychotherapy. Before becoming a therapist, I worked as a Certified Personal Trainer, Pilates instructor, and yoga instructor. That background continues to inform my understanding of movement, embodiment, stress, and nervous-system regulation.

A Little More About Me

What has remained consistent throughout my career is an interest in understanding the whole person rather than viewing people solely through a diagnosis or presenting problem.

I believe a strong therapeutic relationship provides the foundation for meaningful work. My role is not to tell you who you are or what your experience should mean. It is to bring clinical knowledge, curiosity, and perspective to the process while working collaboratively with you to understand what is happening and where you want to go from here.