About

Welcome! I am a clinical social worker who earned a Master's degree from the University of Cincinnati. I have been practicing for 13 years. I have worked with a wide variety of individuals and families. Some include foster and adoptive families dealing with the struggles involved in dealing with both the changes that brings as well as the early childhood trauma involved, individuals who are facing barriers to moving forward and achieving their goals due to barriers they are having difficulty identifying, and individuals who are finding it difficult to connect in a meaningful way to others.
I have been practicing and researching trauma and trauma informed care for the past 10 years. I believe that trauma is initially experienced in a sensory way and that finding words to describe and explore trauma is a process. I believe that many if not most of us experience a variety of traumatic events in our lives that affect us and create obstacles in our lives. I believe that healing takes place within relationships and that a successful therapeutic alliance can sometimes be the catalyst that moves us forward.
I use a variety of tools in helping people identify and develop the narrative of their life while paying attention to what is going on in their environment that may be contributing to the struggles they are facing. I take an interpersonal approach and believe that each person is a unique individual who deserves respect and self-determination in their life.
I look forward to walking with you on your journey!