A Little More About Me...
A Little More About Me...
Curious about what therapy has to offer? If you’re looking for a space to feel truly heard and supported, therapy can be a game-changer—especially when life feels overwhelming or heavy. As a trauma-trained specialist, I create a safe, grounded environment where you can explore what’s going on beneath the surface, without fear of judgment.
Whether you're working through past experiences, dealing with anxiety, or just trying to make sense of things, we’ll move at your pace and focus on what matters most to you. Healing doesn’t have to happen alone—and you don’t have to have it all figured out to get started. This is where I come in!
My journey began when I attended the University of South Dakota, studying psychology and interdisciplinary sciences. I then went on to attend graduate school at the University of Jamestown, receiving my Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Throughout my graduate studies, I worked in a community mental health setting as well as in a private group practice. Both of these environments allowed me to expand my clinical skillset and garnered diverse experiences. I am always in awe of the remarkable strength and resilience of the people who walk through my door. I learn just as much from my clients as they do from me!
Upon completing graduate school, I began working in a group practice where I dove into trauma-focused care, couples therapy, and supporting clients who have experienced abuse. I received specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and this is a modality that I use with many of my clients. Other areas in which I have received training include Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
When I am not in my therapy chair, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling and visiting new places, exercising, and reading. I am an avid lover of coffee, so I also enjoy trying out every coffee establishment that I come across! I have found that moving my body, keeping my mind stimulated, and practicing gratitude have become significant pieces of who I am, not just as a therapist, but as a human!