Meet your therapist

Greetings! I hold a master's in professional counseling from Seton Hall University, earned in 2014. Throughout my career, I've dedicated myself to working adults facing a diverse array of mental health challenges, such as trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, depression, and dissociative disorders. My particular expertise lies in trauma resolution, and I tailor my approach based on the unique needs and preferences of each client. I am honored to be certified by the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) and have actively practiced EMDR since 2018. I am well-versed in a range of therapeutic modalities, including brainspotting, structural dissociation, psychodrama, Internal Family Systems (IFS), The Meadows Model (PIT) and I integrate somatic approaches into my therapeutic toolkit. Employing a parts model in my approach has proven effective, empowering my clients to achieve optimal results. 

My time at The Meadows provided invaluable opportunities to learn from esteemed professionals in the field, including Pia Mellody, Bessel van der Kolk, Tian Dayton, Dick Schwartz, Peter Levine, and Kevin McCaulley.  

Above all, my unwavering commitment is to deliver compassionate care, creating a safe and supportive environment for my clients to embark on their journey of healing from emotional wounds. 

Hello and welcome! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Arizona, holding both bachelor's and master's degrees in social work from Arizona State University. Over the past decade, I've gained invaluable experience in diverse settings, including community mental health, hospitals, supporting domestic violence survivors, and assisting individuals with serious mental illness. During my tenure at The Meadows, I've had the privilege of learning from esteemed professionals in the field, such as Dr. Peter Levine, Tian Dayton, Claudia Black, Dr. Kevin McCauley, and Dr. Lawrence Heller.

My therapeutic approach is eclectic, often weaving together elements of EMDR, Somatic Experiencing (SE), parts work, and Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR). I also utilize the Meadows Model, which involves educating clients about common core issues like self-esteem and boundaries, assisting them in recognizing life patterns, and employing parts work and DBR to address and resolve unhealthy behaviors.

As a certified EMDR practitioner through EMDRIA, I specialize in helping clients navigate trauma and various mental health concerns. Additionally, I'm in the final year of my Somatic Experiencing program to become a certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, which focuses on helping clients reconnect with their bodies and overcome the physical effects of trauma.

Central to my practice is the creation of a safe, supportive environment where clients can embark on their healing and growth journeys. I firmly believe in a collaborative approach to therapy, where we work together to uncover the root causes of your concerns and develop effective strategies for moving forward.