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I am a licensed clinical social worker and have been working in private practice since 2017. I received a bachelors degree in psychology with a minor in sociology from the University of Southern Indiana. I then received a masters degree in social work from Austin Peay State University, graduating with honors.

I truly love what I do; making a difference in this world one person at a time brings me joy.

Are you ready for change? Let's work together to create a plan, an action plan, of how we can get you to where you want to be. I provide a supportive and non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain insights into your behavior, and develop strategies for positive change. I specialize in treating anxiety, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder, grief, stress, and trauma/PTSD through the use of exposure and response prevention therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, sand tray therapy, client-centered therapy, and internal family systems (IFS) informed EMDR.

My role as a therapist is to guide, support, and empower you through your journey of healing and reaching your potential. I would be honored to support you through your journey. 

I am a Registered Play Therapist™ and am passionate about working with children, specifically through the use of play therapy techniques. Play is the way children communicate, thereby making it the best way to understand a child. I utilize evidence-based techniques to help children struggling with anxiety, behavioral issues, depression, transitions, trauma, divorce/separation, among others. I assist children and their parents to develop coping skills, improve self-esteem, and create strong caregiver/child bonds.  When working with children, I require periodic parent consultation meetings where I provide support and psychoeducation of various skills to promote growth outside of therapy sessions. 

Trauma Therapist & Circle of Security™ Certified Therapist
Specializing in Attachment, Trauma Recovery, and Family Healing 

As a trauma therapist and Circle of Security™ certified therapist, I specialize in helping individuals and families who have experienced emotional pain, loss, or disruption, while also focusing on creating secure, resilient connections. Whether you're healing from past wounds or seeking to build deeper, more nurturing relationships with your loved ones, I am here to support you on your journey. 

I use a combination of trauma-informed therapies such as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and the Circle of Security™ approach to help you:

• Heal from past trauma and emotional wounds
• Build secure, trust-based relationships with your children and loved ones
• Understand and respond to your child’s attachment needs with confidence and empathy
• Navigate parenting challenges and improve emotional connection
• Break unhealthy attachment patterns, whether in family relationships or romantic partnerships
• Build emotional resilience and self-regulation skills

•  Parents and caregivers struggling with attachment issues, parenting challenges, or behavioral concerns
• Individuals who have experienced childhood trauma, loss, or attachment disruptions and want to heal and build healthier relationships
• Families looking to improve communication, emotional bonding, and conflict resolution
• Adults navigating relationship difficulties stemming from early attachment wounds or trauma

By integrating trauma recovery with attachment theory, we can work together to create safer, more fulfilling relationships. If you’re ready to break free from the past and create the healthy, secure bonds you deserve, I am here to support you.

Let’s begin your healing journey. Reach out today to schedule a consultation and learn more about how the Circle of Security and trauma-informed care can transform your life and relationships.

I am a licensed professional counselor with an M.Ed. in Counselor Education from the University of Mississippi. I am very passionate about providing quality mental health treatment and giving clients a safe space to work through their feelings and learn new skills.  

  I offer individual therapy for children 8+, adolescents, and adults. My therapeutic approach based in Person- Centered and utilizing skills from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance Commitment Therapy. I typically treat clients with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, experiencing grief and loss, and adjustment difficulties.

My role as a counselor is to help clients gain insights into their diagnosis, patterns of behaviors, and teach skills to help with communication and emotional regulation skills. Together we can help work towards therapeutic goals and personal growth. 

I also work with my therapy dog partner, Paisley, who joins in sessions. Having a therapy animal in session can provide additional emotional support and comfort for clients. However, she can be crated during our sessions per request. Learn more about Paisley under her own bio!

“We are not what happened to us. We are what we wish to become.” Carl Jung 

Welcome! You are already showing such courage and taking charge of your journey by being here. Starting and/or continuing your therapy journey can be one of the most daunting choices to make. It is one of the greatest honors to walk alongside you as you heal, grow, and work through the different parts of you. Humans, at their core, are not solitary creatures; we crave companionship and support. I firmly believe the therapeutic relationship and therapy process can make the journey of healing less daunting. I also understand that some of you might be showing up skeptical or unsure of what therapy could offer you. I hope to be a safe space to explore that discovery and answer some of those questions. 

EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), IFS (Internal Family Systems), attachment based modalities, Child-Centered play therapy, and Jungian based approaches, such as Sandplay, to: 

• Create a safety harness to navigate trauma processing safely; 
• Rebuild and strengthen attachments to feel more secure in your relationships;
• Strengthen self-efficacy, self-compassion, and self-esteem; 
• Create stronger more resilient bonds within the family system; 
• Strengthen emotional awareness, resilience, and coping; 
• Reconnect with all of the parts from a trauma informed space.

• Parents and caregivers struggling with behavioral concerns, attachment trauma/disruption, and parenting challenges. 
• Individual adults who have experienced trauma, life stressors, Domestic violence, combat, sexual assault/abuse, addiction, eating disorders, grief/loss, and relationship struggles. 
• Children and teens who have experienced trauma, eating disorders, ADHD, ASD, behavioral concerns, adoption, grief/loss, suicidal ideation, and self-harm. 

You are already on this journey to healing and recovery, but you do not have to do it alone. I am ready to come along with you and be honored by what we heal and discover together. 

“Healing Trauma is not about reliving the past but teaching the body it is safe in the present.”

Hi, I am so glad you are here! I fully believe that the bravest thing that you can do is to show up for yourself, over and over again. Your story deserves to be heard, and you deserve to be understood. My role as your therapist is to join you on your journey of growth by empowering and also challenging you to become the best and most genuine version of yourself possible. 

Creating warm and healing spaces for clients to share their life journey is one of the greatest honors, and not one that I take lightly. I strive to provide a non-judgmental space for clients to ask and process the tough questions, as well as challenge and validate their internal thoughts. I can't wait to work with you! I offer both in person and telehealth options during the week and on week nights.

 You might feel overwhelmed, isolated, or powerless. You might feel rushed, out of control, or even empty. But you shouldn't have to feel these things alone. My goal is for our time together to be both healing and helpful. Let's find new ways to alleviate some of the hardships of life and work towards creating positive and healthy change in your mind and body. I work with children, teens, adults, and couples who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral issues, anger, life transitions, and sexual issues. I am a great fit for someone who is seeking a warm, empowering, non-judgmental and comfortable space. 

 Sexual issues can be such an intimate and vulnerable aspect of your life, and they can also be the most isolating and discouraging areas of your life as well. They don't have to be! I work with individuals and couples struggling with sexual issues ranging from sex, sexual dysfunction, and gender issues. The most vulnerable parts of you are also allowed to be your most celebrated and empowering parts. Let's talk more! 

 Is there something holding you back from living the life you want? Are you ready to make lasting changes but unsure where to start? As a developing therapist, I am eager to support you on your journey toward healing. I believe that everyone has innate resilience and a capacity for growth, and my goal is to help you recognize and tap into those strengths. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel understood and empowered to take meaningful steps forward.

My approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with a person-centered perspective, and I may incorporate other techniques to best meet your needs. I work with individuals of all ages and backgrounds, with a special emphasis on anxiety, grief, and sexual trauma. Together, we can create goals that reflect your values and develop a plan to help you achieve the life you want.

In progress: 

       Master in Clinical Mental Health Counseling - Austin Peay State University

Achieved: 

Bachelor of Science in Psychology - Brigham Young University 

I am able to provide a $40 / session fee!