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I am licensed in Arizona and Wisconsin with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & depression. I specialize in treating gambling and behavioral addictions. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I provide psychiatric care in a way that is warm, open-minded, and empowering. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being honest about what is going on, whether you are dealing with anxiety, ADHD, stress, postpartum or maternal mental health concerns, depression, trauma, sleep issues, OCD, eating concerns, or women’s mental health challenges.

I know reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, especially when you are already carrying a lot. I work collaboratively with clients to help them better understand what they are experiencing, identify what is getting in the way, and build a plan that feels realistic, supportive, and aligned with their goals. I want clients to feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their care every step of the way.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to be themselves. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Arizona State University and have been practicing for nearly five years, with experience supporting individuals navigating trauma, including motor vehicle accident trauma and injury. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, honoring each person’s strengths while moving at a pace that feels right for you.

If you’ve ever felt like you second-guess every decision, replay conversations and think about all the things you should have said differently, or judge yourself for how you reacted, you’re not alone. Maybe you feel like you have to mask who you really are around other people, or like your brain and your heart just can’t seem to get on the same page. Or maybe you just feel crappy and can’t quite explain why. If any of that sounds familiar, you’ve found the right place. Let’s get started on the right path.

I work with teens, adults, parents, and families who are trying to make sense of what they’re feeling and why they keep getting stuck in the same patterns. Sometimes that looks like anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, chronic pain, relationship struggles, parenting stress, or a major life change. Other times, you just know something isn’t feeling right and you want to understand yourself better. Therapy isn’t about judging you or telling you who you should be. It’s about slowing things down, figuring out what’s underneath it all, and finding ways to move forward that actually feel right for you.

I’ve been a therapist for over 10 years, and in that time I’ve seen a lot of hope and a lot of light in people, even when they couldn’t see it in themselves yet. I genuinely love learning, so I’m regularly taking classes, attending seminars, and completing continuing education so I can keep growing and bring what I learn into my work. I also like to get creative when I can because therapy doesn’t have to feel stale or like you’re just sitting in the same chair talking about the same things every week. Outside of private practice, I work as a clinical supervisor, helping new therapists grow their skills and making sure the next generation of therapists is prepared to do this work well.

I have been working in the recovery field as a therapist since 2019. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's degree in forensic psychology. I am able to work with dual diagnosis but I specialize in addictive disorders. I have education in the 12 step programs and I work under the idea of emotional sobriety.

I’m a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and come from a background of 17 years in healthcare. My approach to care is holistic, compassionate, and grounded in understanding each person’s story. I work with individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, loss, and chronic conditions to name a few. I’m especially passionate about supporting Native American communities.

Clients often describe me as warm, patient, and easy to talk to. My goal is to create a safe space where you feel seen, supported, and empowered to take steps toward lasting mental wellness.