Pain from the past and uncertainty about the future can make it difficult to navigate life when you feel stuck. Trauma not only impacts our thoughts but also our lived experiences that are beyond words, creating heightened emotions, disturbances, and physical reactions. Therapy offers individuals the opportunity to tap into their inner strength and resilience. Drawing from a collaborative approach, clients and I work together to co-create treatment pathways that address their distinct mental health needs. The ultimate goal is to promote a holistic well-being that addresses multiple parts of healing as opposed to solely focusing on our thoughts. 

I am an EMDR-trained therapist who draws from an integrative approach to therapy. I work with clients from a safe space that promotes curiosity, exploration, and reflection, so clients can improve their daily lives. In addition, I believe the body is an important source of information that helps us raise awareness of our internal responses, process emotions, and explore relationships. 

I received my Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Heidelberg University. Before completing my counseling degree, I graduated from the University of Toledo with a Master of Arts in Sociology in 2016. Earning a graduate degree in sociology has enormously informed my work as a therapist. I deeply appreciate that each of us has distinctive lived experiences. Further, I completed training at the Trauma-Informed Practices and Expressive Arts Therapy Institute and the Gestalt Institute of the Rockies.  Often, I  use expressive arts and creativity as a modality to facilitate emotional expression through a mind-body connection.

It takes courage, and it is a powerful thing to take the first step in seeking therapy!  If you are looking for a safe place to explore your feelings, behaviors, and relationships while developing a collaborative therapeutic relationship, I encourage you to reach out for a free phone consultation. I offer evening and weekend appointments.