I use cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, expressive arts therapy, solution-focused therapy, and play therapy to support clients—big and small—as they learn to identify patterns, reshape stories, and heal relationships. I believe that art and play are natural ways for children to communicate what they are experiencing and can also be helpful for adults who are more creative or interested in engaging their inner child.

I am experienced in working with adults and children on anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, ADHD, parenting, relationship issues, and family conflict. I use a multi-cultural and anti-oppression framework to work with the opportunities and barriers faced by clients who hold marginalized identities, especially those within the LGBTQ+ community. I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ adults and youth as they navigate self-image, coming out (to self and others), and transitioning. My doctoral research was conducted on positive psychology group interventions with transgender and non-binary youth, and providing gender affirming care is something I strive for in all my work.

In addition to my work as a therapist, I have provided LGBTQ+ competency training to hundreds of individuals from in-patient behavioral health settings to U.S. Naval bases. I believe in using my privilege as a white-passing cis woman to create a platform for educating others in my field and it holds me accountable to be continually competent and up to date on recent advances in therapy with LGBTQ+ individuals.