I have dedicated my career to understanding the emotional, social, and developmental needs of young people. My path began with a bachelor's degree in psychology, where I grew fascinated with how mind, body, environment, and relationships shape childhood and well-being.

After college, I worked in multiple social service roles that introduced me to the realities children and families face both personally and systemically. I learned how much a child’s environment — at home, at school, and within their community — can impact their emotional world. Those experiences strengthened my commitment to helping kids feel supported, understood, and valued.

I went on to pursue graduate training in School Psychology, where I gained hands-on experience working with children with diverse learning and behavioral needs. During this time, I also worked as a behavior therapist at an autism center and became involved with Autism on the Seas — an organization that provides accessible travel experiences for families with children with disabilities. I’ve volunteered with them since 2012, taking on supportive roles with both children and their siblings during cruises and vacation programs.

This work strengthened my understanding of family dynamics in a unique way. I witnessed firsthand how siblings can feel proud, protective, overwhelmed, or overlooked — often all at once. Through these experiences, I developed meaningful relationships with siblings of children with autism and gained a deep appreciation for the support they deserve. That insight later became a foundational piece of my counseling approach.

After eight years working in public schools supporting neurodivergent and neurotypical youth, I continued my education and earned my degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. From there, I began providing counseling services both in-home and in schools for children ages 3–10, supporting emotional regulation, behavioral needs, and family systems. Soon after, I joined private practice under supervision, where I expanded my work to serve older kids, teens, and parents as well.

Today, in addition to running my own practice, I also work as a mental health counselor in a public high school — providing direct therapeutic support to teens navigating stress, identity, relationships, and the everyday pressures of growing up. These combined experiences allow me to support youth across developmental stages, family contexts, and educational settings.

Today, I work with:

• Kids and teens building confidence, navigating emotion regulation, and managing everyday life stress

• Siblings of children with disabilities or high support needs

• Young people who feel overlooked, “too much,” “not enough,” or unsure where they fit

• Families seeking guidance and support as part of their child’s counseling journey

My approach is warm, playful, relationship-focused, and grounded in trust. I believe therapy works best when kids feel comfortable, seen, and safe enough to be their full selves — silly, frustrated, curious, brilliant, or wonderfully imperfect. My goal is not just to reduce challenges, but to help kids grow into confidence, connection, and self-acceptance.

Outside the office, you can usually find me playing Pokémon Go, biking around town, exploring new places, or working my way through another board game on my shelf. I spend a lot of time with my dog Charlie, who keeps life joyful and grounded. I’m friendly, playful, and patient to my core — I love seeing kids light up when something finally makes sense or when they feel genuinely understood.

I think kids are incredible. I admire their curiosity, creativity, and honesty — and I believe they deserve a world built with care, respect, and possibility.