There are times in life when we need a safe space to explore things that we haven’t yet spoken aloud or parts of ourselves that we haven’t yet accepted. In therapy, I will support you in better understanding yourself, trying on new perspectives, and feeling empowered to make changes that will improve your quality-of-life.
My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy and building a trusting relationship. I work to understand each person’s unique story, challenges and strengths. I am open to feedback and strive to create an individualized approach to meet your needs. Together we will define the factors that are contributing to distress and help you develop the confidence and skills you need to find a healthy path forward.
Common issues I address in therapy include: coping with grief/loss, trauma recovery, questioning gender and/or sexual identities, living with chronic illness, mental or chemical health issues within family systems, and autism needs.
I work with adults of all ages and across diverse and intersectional identities. I especially enjoy working with young adults. As a queer woman, I deeply value serving the LGBTQIA+ community, including people who are exploring gender or who identify as transgender. I am also passionate about working with people who identify as autistic or on the autism spectrum. I welcome clients of all races and ethnicities and appreciate working with first- and second-generation immigrants.
Congratulations on making a step toward healing. Please let me know if I can be of service in your journey.
SPECIALTIES
Grief & Loss
Trauma
LGBTQIA+
Transgender
Autism
Chronic Illness
Family issues related to mental/chemical health
education
M.A. – Social Work – University of MN – Twin Cities
B.A. – Psychology – University of MN – Twin Cities
clinical experience
University of Minnesota Boynton Mental Health Clinic
Autism Society of Minnesota
M Health / Minnesota Cystic Fibrosis Center
In network with
CARE’s Clinicians are In-Network with a variety of providers including:
- BCBS – Blue Cross Blue Shield
- MHCP – MA
- Medical Assistance
- Medicare
- PreferredOne
- UCare
- HealthPartners
- HealthPartners-Commercial
- 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