It can be extremely frustrating to feel stuck, like you just can’t get out of a rut, whether that be a habit, behavior, relationship, or something else, and it can be hard to try and overcome it alone. While making the decision to ask for help can feel just as challenging as whatever you’re trying to overcome, it is such an important step to make to start getting out of that rut. In the past I have found myself stuck too, and have had to work through issues of motivation and lack of purpose through avoidance. After finding that purpose in life through my work and the outdoors, I love helping others find their own way too.

Do you want more out of life but something is holding you back? The connection may be subtle, but the things that happened to you a long time ago may continue to effect you today. Have you lost your passion? Are you tense all the time, always on edge, maybe you struggle to get through the day because your anxiety is so bad. Replaying the same painful moments over and over again; it is interfering with your day to day life; it’s exhausting. Your friends and family may not understand what you are going through but I do. Maybe you know the direction you need to go but don’t know how to remove the hidden barriers. I can teach you how.

As we go through life we face challenges, from these challenges we may experience pain and suffering. As this pain becomes stored within us it creates burdens that may sometimes be too heavy to bear. As a result many may turn to temporary solutions. As I work with clients to explore and resolve pain and trauma more permanent solutions are often discovered and the burden of pain is reduced.

Do you feel stuck? Everyone has times in their life where they hit the wall and don't know how to break out of a rut. For some, this looks like a relationship that leaves partners feeling disconnected and lonely. For others, you might feel stuck struggling to overcome the wounds from past experiences that keep you from enjoying the life that you deserve. Healing is hard, but it's possible. I believe people are happiest when they are connected to who they are and know how to bond with those that they love.

During times of struggle or change having someone to help you through is invaluable. An outside perspective can be beneficial in navigating through and overcoming challenges. As a team, we can get through those tough times. You are an individual and as such my approach varies with what works best for you. Empathy and compassion are key components of client care. My skills have a wide range of applicability and I am passionate about my work. Whether it is skill building, understanding oneself, trauma, human sexuality, or another mental health need; I can help. We all need a little help sometimes; all you need to do is ask.

All of us experience distressing and disturbing events in our lives from time to time. I'm here to help you discover how to heal from stressful life events, emotional issues and improve your overall quality of life. I've worked in the field of social work for nearly 20 years and completed my Master’s degree in Social Work in 2006 at the University of Utah. During my career, I've worked with children, teens, and adults dealing with a variety of trauma-related issues and cyclical behaviors. My goal is to provide a safe space for you as we work together to bring more peace into your life.

For awhile now you have felt like something is “off,” that something in your life you used to count on is missing. It’s terrifying to feel like the sense of who you are is now fundamentally different or even gone. Maybe there was a distinct moment or maybe it was more gradual, but you are now in a place that feels unfamiliar. Whatever your journey has been to get to this moment you’ve decided it’s not something you can continue ignoring. You want nothing more than to reclaim a sense of identity and purpose; a sense of control, to transition through your—health, faith, identity, relationship, and/or work transition—on your own terms.

I am passionate about helping others. This passion led to years of study and becoming skilled in several effective forms of treatment. I enjoy working with people to create a shared vision and plan to achieve the changes they seek. I am committed to serving those I work with and to that end I believe in providing all of the information needed to make an informed decision about our approach. I endeavor to create an environment of safety and sincerity and to aid in developing increased self-acceptance and compassion.

I work with individual adults and couples from all economic, racial, sexual orientation and cultural sectors. I specialize in working with clients who have diverse backgrounds and relationship dynamics. It’s important to me that you feel safe, validated and supported in therapy. My goal is to help you realize your full potential and work through whatever it is that’s blocking you from achieving it. I use an action-oriented approach to therapy that uses acceptance and mindfulness strategies together with commitment and behavioral strategies to create life flexibility and long lasting changes. Check out our Instagram @mindfulltherapy

It can feel very isolating to look in the mirror and not recognize the face staring back at you. Sometimes, you can feel so lost that you forget where your journey first began. Or perhaps, you never had the time to figure out the direction you wanted to go. Stress, loneliness, sadness, and pain have become your companions, and while you can feel your feet on the ground, more often than not, you find your heart and mind drifting elsewhere. Whether you are in the midst of a painful experience or have been fighting to survive for years, there is more to your life than hardship. There is hope. There is healing. And there is purpose.

As a therapist I empower individuals to see their wholeness, to reclaim their sense of personal value, and to rebuild their lives after trauma and marginalization. Utilizing a variety of therapeutic interventions in conjunction with a great deal of empathy, I support individuals along their healing journey. I am always amazed at the resilience of the human spirit and am committed to providing the therapeutic space necessary for individuals such as yourself to heal and to create a life full of purpose and meaning. I have over 15 years of experience in providing professional mental health support to a wide variety of clientele.

Trauma may be a part of your story but it does not have to define you or leave you feeling anything less than a strong survivor. My passion in life is to help each individual to feel empowered, strong, worthy & successful. Each of us are impacted by life changes, emotional disruptions, traumatic events etc. My love is to step into your world, observe it how you see it & help you navigate it. I am passionate about helping individuals heal from the wounds that events leave upon us. I believe our bodies carry our traumatic events, physically & emotionally. I believe in healing the mind and body, all aspects of life, from the inside out

You might be feeling lonely, afraid, lost, confused, unhappy, sad, or abandoned; maybe even a combination. A belief about “not being good enough” or “that it was your fault” has controlled your life for way too long. Your struggle to make your own suffering and most hurtful beliefs disappear has left you feeling hopeless, guilty, and lost about the direction of your life. Some of your pain might be coming from being asked to grow up too fast or being asked to do things that were unfair or unrealistic; which leads you to lose your voice or direction in your own life. You may have been put in unbearable situations,

Hello! Perhaps you are a long-time member of the "going to therapy" community, or maybe this is the first time you've considered reaching out for support. Regardless, you are welcome here. Life can truly be tumultuous at times, especially when trying to navigate the unknown. Maybe you haven't felt like yourself in months, or you're experiencing a rift in an intimate relationship. Perhaps you feel like you just can't do it all by yourself anymore, or you are exhausted from this worldwide pandemic. You are not alone. Having a therapist to support, listen, affirm, encourage, and maybe even challenge you can be incredibly healing.

“When we deny our stories, they define us.  When we own our stories, we get to write a brave new ending.”  Brene Brown. This statement resinates in how I work with clients.  Owning your story allows you to stand in your own truth; owning your truths provides you power over them rather than allowing your pain, struggles and misconceptions power over you. Working together in a safe environment we identify and hone your strengths, as you shape your life into the story you envision and deserve, and you find peace in the midst of chaos. 

Reconnecting to ourselves and our support structures in an ever changing environment can be challenging. We are surrounded by expectations and demands that at times feel overwhelming and out of reach. I work with clients on reestablishing these connections and instilling mental health empowerment. We are all capable of growth and deserving of the opportunity to reset and reconnect.

Are you exhausted? Are you scrolling through the all of these listings unsure of how to choose a therapist, wondering if it will even help you or someone you love? You might be telling yourself you are weak, lazy or broken because you keep falling into the same hole. I hear you. I really hear you—and I get it. I understand what’s its like to feel doomed about the future or profound sadness about the past. For a few seasons in my life, I deeply struggled with a substance use disorder in an attempt to numb a debilitating and chronic anxiety disorder. My attempt to escape my own emotional pain only made it worse and led to depression

Finding a therapist to work with you towards meaningful change can undoubtably be a difficult process. Gaining your trust and ensuring the efficacy of the therapeutic process is my priority. My philosophy is to engage with you using a psychodynamic approach with clinical flexibility depending on your needs. This can include skills-based cognitive and behavioral modifications, processing past traumas, solution-focused therapy given life stressors or relationship challenges, or overall psychoeducation to lead a healthier life.

Sometimes life presents us with overwhelming, painful challenges. If you are experiencing unwanted symptoms such as anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or are coping with painful loss through death, divorce, illness/injury or life transitions; I will help you move through these difficult, painful challenges. If you want to improve upon an already successful life, we will work to improve it. I provide a warm and safe, non-judgmental environment. Through the process you will develop inner strength and resiliency; you will learn to take a pro-active stance in choosing and creating the life you desire.

My passion and specialty is working with children, adolescents and families with executive functioning disorders, attachment disorders, and adoption issues. Families who are seeking a strong behavioral approach will find practical and effective techniques to work on within the family, the couple, and for the child. My motto is if I can't track the efficacy of our work together, then I'm wasting all of our time. That being said, I will meet you and your family with an incredible amount of compassion and love.