(she/her)
New to Grow
I believe that everyone has the capacity to create meaningful change, and that with the right support, those changes become possible. I strive to practice ethically and with integrity, integrating both my clinical training and my lived experience into my therapeutic work. I have worked in the mental health field for more than 15 years, including 8 years as a therapist. I am passionate about helping individuals improve their quality of life, and I genuinely enjoy the study and practice of psychology. I value working with diverse populations and have extensive experience supporting individuals facing addiction and mental health challenges.
During our initial session, you will experience the supportive and collaborative atmosphere that guides my therapeutic approach. This meeting also allows us to begin identifying your goals and discussing how we can work toward them. I encourage clients to return for ongoing sessions so we can establish a consistent therapeutic relationship that promotes meaningful progress.
My therapeutic style is grounded, approachable, and client‑centered. Clients have shared that they find me easy to talk to, and I strive to meet each person where they are. My work focuses on empowerment and practical problem‑solving, creating an environment that supports meaningful growth and progress.
I have many years of experience in working in outpatient and residential treatment facilities for addiction as well as working in community health centers providing individual and family services. I also have five years' experience in working with individuals who have experienced domestic violence. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families to help them reach their therapeutic goals and I am able to meet anyone where they are at, even if this is their first therapeutic experience.
Motivational Interviewing
I use motivational interviewing to assess the changes that clients want to make and their desire as well as abilities to do so.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I use mindfulness-based therapy to assist clients in embracing the changes they want to make and making decisions to take action to do so.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I believe that an important part of therapy is meeting clients where they are at and assisting them in reaching a place where they can take action themselves.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use a CBT with clients to assist them in understanding how their thoughts impact their feelings and behaviors or actions in life.