New to Grow
I’m a licensed therapist and a graduate of the University of Southern Indiana with over 12 years of experience working in a variety of settings, including outpatient treatment centers, schools, foster care programs, hospice, and correctional environments. I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals facing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, substance use, and co-occurring concerns. I value genuine connection and strive to create a space where clients feel understood, supported, and encouraged to grow.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
During our first session, we’ll focus on getting to know each other and building a sense of comfort and trust. I’ll invite you to share what’s bringing you to therapy and what you hope to gain from our work together. We’ll move at a pace that feels right for you, and my goal is for you to leave feeling heard, supported, and clearer about next steps.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
One of my greatest strengths is meeting clients where they are while helping them gently challenge thoughts, beliefs, and patterns that may be holding them back. I integrate approaches such as cognitive processing and reframing, EMDR, strengths-based, and solution-focused therapy, adapting methods to fit each individual’s needs. I also value humor and perspective, helping clients recognize resilience they’ve already developed while building confidence to navigate future challenges.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I work best with individuals who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward but are open to self-reflection and change. Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or substance use concerns, often alongside complex life transitions. I’m especially well-suited for those who appreciate honest conversations, gentle challenges to unhelpful thought patterns, and a collaborative approach to reaching meaningful personal goals.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have been practicing CBT for the past 12 years, and it has become the foundation of how to understand and manage mental health needs. Over this time, CBT can develop a clearer awareness of thought patterns, learn how they influence my emotions and behaviors, and build practical skills to respond in healthier, more balanced ways. Through consistent practice, I’ve learned to challenge unhelpful thoughts, reduce anxiety, and break patterns that once felt automatic. Techniques like thought-recording, behavioural experiments, and reframing have allowed me not only to cope with difficult moments but to create long-term changes in how I approach challenges in everyday life.
EMDR
I have integrated EMDR into my practice for several years, and it has become a powerful part of how clients process and understand past experiences. EMDR has allowed clients to work through memories and emotions that felt “stuck,” helping them reduce their intensity and feel more in control of their reactions. Through the structured process of bilateral stimulation and guided recall, I’ve been able to approach difficult experiences safely and gradually. Over time, EMDR has helped me reframe these memories, release emotional weight I’d carried for years, and replace old patterns of fear or hypervigilance with a greater sense of calm and clarity.