About

Professionally, I earned my bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Development from Iowa State University and then completed my Master’s in Social work from the University of Iowa. I am licensed (LICSW) in Washington State, and I have consistently worked with children and families in a variety of multidisciplinary clinical settings including residential, medical, mental health therapist, and group practice. Most of my work has been as a School Social Worker in Iowa, Colorado, and Washington.

I was raised on a grain and livestock farm in Iowa with two brothers and a sister. I relocated to the Pacific Northwest post my master’s degree because I love the outdoors. I met my husband in Seattle and we adopted two girls from China and Vietnam.

Seeking therapy or counseling is a huge step for wanting change in your life. I understand that life is busy and stressful, and I have the utmost respect for your time. Change, for all of us, is a process and we all move at our own pace.
My counseling methods and strategies include multiple evidence-based therapies such as Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness-based Counseling.

My approach is to listen with empathy, genuine warmth, and care. Engagement and establishing a trusting relationship are imperative to assist you in identifying the change(s) you want to see in your life. My goal is to provide you support and empower you to act. Everyone has unique needs, and together, we will develop a tailored plan to best meet your goals.

I practice with the same lofty standards of integrity, honesty, communication, and ethics that I expect of myself. It is an honor and privilege to walk aside others pursuing an improved quality of life. I am a believer that therapy is a gift to oneself. You should be proud to have taken the first step in investing in yourself. I hope I can provide you some tools and strategies on your journey.