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I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and Approved Clinical Supervisor with experience helping adults, couples, and families navigate anxiety, relationship stress, family conflict, parenting challenges, and major life transitions. I work especially well with people who want to better understand themselves while also improving how they communicate, respond, and participate in the relationships that matter most to them.

My style is warm, conversational, and down-to-earth. I take the time to understand your full story—not just your symptoms—and I believe therapy should help you become a healthier, more emotionally intelligent version of yourself. For clients who desire it, I also offer counseling that thoughtfully incorporates Christian faith and values.

I am trained in Psychotherapy, Psychodrama and Reiki. I am committed to helping you learn how to build a healthier relationship with yourself and others.

I have 31 years of nursing experience and specialize in the evaluation and treatment of mental health conditions, including postpartum depression. I also treat anxiety, depression, mood disorders, PTSD and OCD. I started out in maternity and pediatrics as my nursing career and then went back to school for my masters, PMHNP certification and doctoral degree. I have also taught nursing students in undergraduate and graduate curriculums. I believe meaningful healing starts with being truly heard. I take a holistic, collaborative approach to care—working with you to understand the root causes of your symptoms and develop a personalized treatment plan that supports your overall well-being, looking at medications and holistic measures such as diet and supplements in order to heal. Some of the most important nutrients essential for brain health include Vitamin B12, Vitamin B6, Vitamin D Vitamin A Folate and Protein. Treatment includes evidence-based medications, therapy, supplements, and nutrition management tailored to your unique needs, culture, goals, and comfort level. I believe in managing your gut health can manage your brain health and provide you to be a better healthier person inside out. Treatment plans are individualized, collaborative, and focused on restoring stability, functioning, and overall well-being.

I am an energetic therapist who likes to engage with clients with a casual style. I enjoy working with all types of adult clients. I have a particular strength working with depression, anxiety, grief, substance abuse, compulsive overeaters, as well as issues related to geriatrics.