MY STORY
I was raised in Maryland in a suburb outside of Washington, D.C. I received my undergraduate degree in Sociology from Coastal Carolina University, volunteered with the Peace Corps in Belize for 2 years, and received my Master's in Social Work from University of Maryland in 2004. After receiving my master's degree, I moved to Fort Collins because the mountains had been calling to me for years. In 2005 I met my husband and enjoyed all the Colorado things and live music together and I knew Fort Collins would be my permanent home. We have two daughters and an extra sweet rescue dog who decided being a therapy dog wasn't her thing. Most of our time is spent driving kids around and supporting them in their sports and activities and trying to enjoy the simple everyday moments. I love an impromptu dance party, time out in nature, laughing with my friends and family, the connection with my suite mates, music, travel, a good book, breathwork, or any kind of embodiment practice.
I have worked in mental health for over 20 years in juvenile justice system, respite, community mental health, and currently private practice for 14 years. Throughout my career it has been important to me to recognize the systems that impact mental health and be an advocate for my clients and in the community. I have continued my professional growth and received advanced training in trauma informed care, IFS, EMDR, complex trauma, addictions, health at every size, perinatal and postpartum mood disorders, and ketamine assisted therapy. I am committed to liberation therapy and social justice in my practice, my therapeutic interventions, in my personal life, and within. It is not striving for perfection but a process self-exploration, unlearning, learning, and growing.
​My work as a therapist feels like an extension of my values and my belief in the basic goodness in each of us. I am honored to support people during some of their most difficult and vulnerable times and am in awe of the strength and courage I have witnessed. I look forward to supporting you on your journey!
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