Who I am and how I work…

The story so far…

I always knew I wanted to be a therapist when I grew up. I’ve never been great at small talk. I’ve got a big heart and oscillate easily between being an idealist and a realist.

I’m curious as hell and generally drawn to what’s below the surface: the patterns that shape us, the pain we carry, and the grit it takes to move through it. I work with individuals and couples because I believe that our relationships with ourselves and others are at the heart of everything. And when they’re out of sync? Well, it affects everything!

I’ve spent the last decade helping people untangle the messy parts of life, and I’m just as comfortable playing in the shadows as I am the sunshine. What lights me up is watching someone start to feel more like themselves again: more grounded, more kind to themselves, and more alive.

Therapy with me isn’t about being fixed; it’s about getting curious, being fully yourself, and building something better from there.

I’ve worn a great many hats in my life (both literally and figuratively) - and here are some of the professional adventures that have led me here:

  • Started at the Center for Restorative Youth Justice (CRYJ), helping young people build life skills and community connections.

  • Worked with the Nate Chute Foundation, breaking the stigma around suicide and connecting individuals with life-saving resources.

  • Earned my Bachelor’s in Social Work from the University of Montana and my Master’s in Social Work from Florida State University.

  • Recognized as one of the Best Mental Health Professionals in Whitefish in 2022 - 2025.

The Approaches that Shape how I Work:

  • Gottman Method — Grounded in extensive research, Drs. John and Julie Gottman’s method helps couples build stronger, more connected relationships using practical frameworks and skills.

  • Attachment Theory & Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) — Another method that is grounded in great research is Sue Johnson’s Emotionally Focused Therapy, which helps couples understand how early bonds shaped them, and serves to help you cultivate a deeper emotional connection.

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS) — The work of Richard Schwartz helps you recognize and honor the many “parts of yourself” (think Inside Out!), so you can find internal alignment instead of feeling torn by internal conflict.

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) & Mindfulness — Teaches practical tools for emotional regulation, staying present, connected, and coping with life’s challenges with greater awareness and ease.

  • Challenging the Status Quo — While not a method, growing up on ’90s counter-culture taught me the power of questioning “shoulds” and the importance of learning how to march to the beat of your own drum. I bring that same spirit into the therapy room, and am dedicated to helping you find that balance between responsibility and authenticity.

Ultimately, I believe that healing happens at the intersection of compassion and challenge. It takes guts to do this work, and you don’t have to do it alone.

If you’re ready to invest in yourself or your relationship, let’s start with quick chat to see if this might be a good fit.