Meet Me!
It took me a little while to figure out what I really wanted to do with my life. In fact, I'm always working on new dreams! I first went to graduate school for sociology, which I think helps me so much now doing counseling because it gives me unique insight into privilege, prejudice, and power relations, which all affect our individual standing in society.
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After graduation, I worked in research, first developing new support programs for parents with children with special needs, then developing new treatment programs for people struggling with mental health concerns and substance use.
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The trouble was that I felt a little powerless in research because day to day, I did not see the difference I was making in others' lives! I decided to go back to school for a second Master's degree to be able to provide treatment for individuals looking for help with mental health concerns and I now love the work I do. I am passionate about helping others learn to help themselves. Connection and empowerment are only a couple of the values I try to instill in my clients.
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In my free time, I love spending time with my husband, kids, and friends. I love lifting weights, kayaking, painting furniture, and travelling in the U.S. and abroad.