I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington state and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional by the International Association of Trauma Professionals. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with an emphasis on Family Studies and a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology. I have additional education, training and experience in creative or expressive art therapies.  (See examples below.)

As a person of bi-racial identity (Dakota Sioux and western European lineage) I have a perspective that informs my ability to address concerns for BIPOC populations (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) such as:  racism, marginalization, identity and historical trauma.

I have ten years experience working in the following settings: private practice, community mental health centers and therapeutic specialty courts. I have worked with clients regarding depression, anxiety, complex trauma,  self-esteem issues, psychotic disorders, women's concerns, relationship/family problems, life transitions, and

substance abuse/dependency. 

I favor holistic, humanistic and psychodynamic approaches with

emphasis on Attachment Theory, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness

and Creative Arts therapies.

I enjoy collaborating with the unique qualities each individual brings to

therapy and create an environment that is safe and conducive to deep

reflection and positive change.