Life is tough. Understanding and dealing with the emotions that come with life’s challenges can be overwhelming at times. Reaching out for help can be just as hard. Therapy is the perfect place to learn more about yourself, get help through difficult times, and make lasting life changes that will help you live the life you want. I don’t have a magic solution that will change things or make things better, but I believe therapy offers a safe space that will help you learn about and understand yourself so that you can find the solutions you need. I care deeply about the people I work with and believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important part of therapy. In my work, I will nonjudgmentally listen, ask questions, validate, and help you identify patterns, while working to understand you and your unique life experiences. Together, we will identify your strengths, areas for growth or change, and make a plan together to help you meet your goals in therapy.
I am a generalist in clinical psychology and have had experience working with a variety of people. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and parents. My experience working with children gives me a unique perspective of what we deal with as adults and helps me understand the challenges of being a parent. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques and try to tailor my approach to the needs of each person I work with.
SPECIALTIES
Child or Adolescent (Generalist)
Parenting
ADHD
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Depression
Grief
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Adjustment Difficulties/Stressors
Coping Skills
Divorce
Family Conflict
Relationship Difficulties
education
PsyD – Minnesota School of Professional Psychology
B.A. – University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
clinical experience
CARE Counseling (Present)
Washburn Center for Children
Allendale Association (Doctoral Internship)
Mankato State University Counseling Center
St. Croix Regional Medical Center Outpatient Clinic
Polk County Human Services
In network with
CARE’s Clinicians are In-Network with a variety of providers including:
- BCBS – Blue Cross Blue Shield
- MHCP – MA
- Medical Assistance
- PreferredOne
- UCare
- HealthPartners
- Cigna
- Aetna
- Hennepin Health
Additionally, Out of Network & Out of Pocket options are available.
resources
Understanding research and the root cause of common psychological issues is a great first step to creating a healthier you!
- Combat Negative Thinking PDF
- Daring Greatly by Brene Brown
- Esther Perel
- Hardwiring Happiness
- How to Combat Negative Thinking: Combat Negative Thinking PDF
- The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk
- The Noonday Demon: an Atlas of Depression by Andrew Solomon
- The Impact of Trauma on Your Body: Fight or Flight PDF