Life is a journey and I would be honored to be a part of yours. You are the expert on your life, your child’s life and your relationships.
I am here to work with you. I will help guide you to discover tools which can help you enjoy life’s happiest moments or cope with the times when life has gotten you down.
When life is difficult, know that you are not alone. I am known for my genuine, caring, and warm approach where I provide a safe space for you to be heard and understood. I believe that when we are given a safe space to be fully heard, we can begin to explore ourselves and our relationships without judgement.
I am strengths based in my approach and work to create positive thinking patterns. I integrate talk therapy, play therapy, mindfulness, yoga calm and art. However, I want to know what works for you. If something is not working for you, we will work together collaboratively to find an approach that works best.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who began practicing in the field in 2013. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, families, couples and groups of individuals with a variety of struggles and life experiences. I have extensive experience working with children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families, as well as individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma and life transitions.
I look forward to meeting you and starting our journey together.
education
B.A.- University of St.Thomas
M.A.- Argosy University
clinical experience
Fraser Child and Family Center: 4 years
Guadalupe Alternative Programs School based Therapist-Practicum
SPECIALTIES
Children/adolescents
Couples
Families
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma
Behavioral issues
Autism spectrum disorder
Self esteem
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
- United Health/Medica
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