The more you know about therapies like Brainspotting Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Deep Brain Reorienting, EMDR Therapy, and Internal Family Systems, the more you can move forward to heal.
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I am trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities and bring experience across multiple levels of care. My background includes work in community mental health, intensive outpatient programs (IOP), inpatient hospital settings, partial hospitalization programs (PHP) for substance use, and within the nonprofit sector.
I have supported diverse client populations across the lifespan and in a wide range of clinical presentations. If you are looking to consult on a case, staff complex situations, or gain a peer perspective, please feel free to reach out — I’m happy to connect and see how I may be of support.
My Credentials and Expertise
My Credentials & Expertise
Professional Certifications
I am a Certified and Consultant-in-Training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Certified and Consultant in Brainspotting, and a National Emergency Responder and Public Safety Certified Clinician. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Certified Family Trauma Professional, and Certified Children and Adolescent Trauma Professional.
Advanced Clinical Training
My clinical approach is trauma-focused and integrative. I am trained in Parts Work and Inner Child Work, and my work is informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Structural Dissociation theory. I have advanced training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Deep Brain Reorienting, attachment-based interventions, and the neurobiology of grief.
Additional areas of expertise include substance use treatment, the Multidimensional Inventory of Dissociation (MID), chronic pain, sand tray therapy, and play therapy. My work is grounded in extensive trauma training and a strong foundation in neurobiology and relational healing.
Professional Experience
I bring experience across multiple levels of care and diverse populations, including community mental health, the Department of Child Safety, psychiatric hospitals, Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and outpatient group settings for adults and adolescents.
I have worked extensively with veterans, police, fire, and emergency response professionals, and have provided supervision to clinicians and other health professionals. My experience also includes supporting individuals in pregnancy crisis centers, members of the LGBTQ+ community, refugees, older adults, children, and adolescents.
This breadth of experience allows me to offer informed, compassionate, and culturally responsive care to individuals and families across the lifespan.
The Person behind the Therapist.
I believe life is a continual opportunity for growth, healing, and self-discovery. Even during life’s most difficult seasons, meaningful change is possible through reflection, courage, and a willingness to move forward. Our struggles do not have to define us. My own experiences navigating challenges have shaped who I am today and inspire the work I do in supporting others on their path toward healing and personal growth.
In my practice, I offer a calm, supportive, and authentic presence, along with a sense of humor when it’s helpful. As someone who is neurodivergent, I understand both the challenges and strengths that can come with seeing the world differently. These experiences have deepened my empathy, resilience, and ability to connect with others. I believe mistakes are part of the learning process, and the lessons we gain through life can become powerful tools for growth.
I strive to create a space where clients feel safe, respected, and free from shame or judgment — a place where curiosity is welcomed, questions are encouraged, and growth can happen at your own pace.
This is my second career, and I genuinely love the work I do. Before entering this field, I worked as a supervisor and trainer, where I developed a strong foundation in leadership, teamwork, patience, encouragement, and thoughtful guidance. Those experiences continue to influence the way I support clients and foster growth in others.
Outside of my professional life, I enjoy spending time with my husband, son, and our four dogs. I love hiking several times a week, especially to connect with nature and take in the beauty of Arizona sunrises. I also enjoy paddle boarding, painting, exploring creativity, and embracing playful connection and self-expression.