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 I easily move between realism and idealism.I’ve got a big heart and oscillate between being a realist and idealist.

I’m curious as hell and generally drawn to what’s underneath: 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 relationships (with ourselves and others) are at the heart of everything, and when they’re out of sync it affects everything else, too.

I’ve spent the last decade helping people untangle the messy, meaningful 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 connected, 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 — Helping couples build stronger, more connected relationships grounded in real understanding.

  • Attachment Theory & Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) — Exploring how our early bonds shape us and guiding you toward deeper emotional connection.

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS) — Helping you recognize and honor the many parts of yourself, so you can find internal alignment instead of feeling hijacked by conflicting feelings.

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

  • Challenging the Status Quo — Growing up on ’90s skate punk and hip-hop taught me the power of questioning “shoulds” and marching to the beat of your own drum. I bring that same spirit to therapy, and will encourage you to do the same.

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.