I have over 14 years of experience working with children, adolescents, families, and adults. I have worked with those living with trauma, anxiety, depression, developmental differences, along with behavioral issues, family issues, and school-based concerns. As a military spouse and parent, I find importance in working with veterans’ and their families to increase connection and resilience. In treatment, I use a wide variety of strength-based, client centered treatment interventions including play therapy, solution-focused therapy, EMDR & Cognitive Behavioral therapy. We will work together to identify the problem and create goals. I began my career working at a residential mental health facility working with adults, and eventually transitioned to specialize working with children, adolescents, and their families. I became trained in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapist in 2017, and in 2019 became a developmental specialist in Washington state. I'm an approved supervisor in WA. It's my passion to help client’s build on their strengths and supports, along with enhancing skills to live a happy and fulfilled life. It is my goal to help you feel heard, understood, and empowered each time you enter the office. During sessions, you can expect laughter & kindness, acceptance & support, empathy & empowerment. Email is best with questions.
Qualifications: | Pacific Lutheran University |
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Academic Suffixes: | MA, LMFT |
Expertise: | Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Body Positivity, Child or Adolescent, Coping Skills, Depression, Developmental Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Life Transitions, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Oppositional Defiance, Parenting, Relationship Issues, School Issues, Self Esteem, Self-Harming, Sexual Abuse, Stress, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma and PTSD, Veterans |