My Journey
My first career was in journalism, where I learned the value of listening with curiosity and uncovering meaning in people’s stories. Over time, my own healing from childhood trauma and relationship wounds drew me toward counseling. I’ve also been a wife of more than 20 years, a mother, and a parental caretaker. These roles have informed how I show up, bringing compassion and understanding while honoring the complexity of each person’s lived experience.
My Approach
In therapy, I combine warmth with practical tools. I draw from the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness practices.
Often, couples come to therapy feeling stuck, having the same arguments over and over. They feel unheard or misunderstood. Many feel overwhelmed and confused. They may pull away when what they really want is to feel close. You might notice patterns like one partner pursuing while the other withdraws, or feeling anxious, distant, or unsure how to reach each other.
If you’re navigating the aftermath of an affair or broken trust, the impact can feel disorienting. You may feel overwhelmed by questions, pain, and uncertainty about what comes next. Therapy can be a place to pause and reflect, make sense of what’s happened, and begin deciding how you want to move forward.
For individuals, feeling stuck can show up as overthinking, self-doubt, or repeating patterns in relationships that don’t feel aligned with who you want to be. You may find yourself wanting closeness while also protecting yourself from being hurt.
In sessions, we’ll create space to understand these patterns and begin shifting them in real, meaningful ways. From there, you can begin to think, feel, and respond differently, creating more clarity, stronger connection, and new ways of relating to yourself and others.
I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all model. Together, we’ll find what works best for you. For couples looking for a more focused experience, I also offer private intensives designed to support deeper, more concentrated work.
Training & Education
- M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Regis University
- Trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Level 3
- Trained in Discernment Counseling (Bill Doherty model)
- Completed Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Externship
- CBT training through the Beck Institute (Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders, Suicide Prevention, Mindfulness)
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)