About Me

My personal life experiences have allowed me the ability to relate to others and help them in an open and non-judgmental way. It is because of what I have dealt with in my life that drives me to connect to people in a human way and to help them overcome whatever is difficult for them in their lives. I believe everybody deserves care, support and a sense of belonging.

My education and professional experiences continue teaching me the latest research, tools and how to be as trauma-informed, culturally aware and attuned, socially-just and systemic as possible in my work. I strive to be the best therapist I can be for the people I serve, due to this I am forever learning and evolving in this important work I do with folks. I welcome all races, all religions, all countries of origin, all sexual orientations, and all gender identities. I hope to meet you and work together toward growth and happiness.

My Style and Approach

As a Marriage, Couple and Family therapist I work from a systemic and non-patholgizing lens. I do not view the individual as the problem but look broadly at interactional patterns and dynamics along with considering all systems (intimate relationships, school, community organizations, spiritual organizations, family etc.). I also consider and include bio, psycho, social and spiritual factors of people’s lives.

I lead with empathy, compassion, openness, humility and inclusivity. I believe that trust in the therapeutic relationship is invaluable and at the core of the therapy process. I utilize creativity, humor and humanness to create a warm and comfortable environment.  My approach is integrative, collaborative, humanistic and eclectic as I draw from a variety of evidenced-based therapeutic models. You will find my style is flexible and I tailor sessions and my approach to meet the needs of the people I serve. 

 Education and Background

• M.A. in Marriage, Couple and Family Therapy from Lewis and Clark Graduate School of Education and Counseling with an emphasis on social justice and specialization in Sex Therapy.

• B.A. in Peace and Conflict with a Minor in Philosophy

• Director at a community legal information center providing free legal information to the community

• Director of a non-profit providing health and social services for families affected by childhood cancer and persons living with HIV

• Volunteer Mediator with San Luis Obispo Superior Court

• Rape Victim Advocate with Multnomah County District Attorney's Office

• HIV Test Counselor for Stonewall Alliance, Cascade AIDS Project and Pivot

• Volunteer Mediator with Multnomah Family Court

Professional Associations

• ASSECT American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists

• AAMFT American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy