"When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves."

As a therapist, I am here to help you understand and navigate the complexities of your inner world. I specialize in revealing the limiting beliefs and subconscious narratives that dictate and shape behaviors in relationships with self and others. Often times, our default setting tends to lead us down a path of perpetual dissatisfaction – this mindset whispers to us that something is fundamentally wrong with ourselves, with others, and with life itself. This lens through which we have become accustomed to viewing the world creates resistance, stress, and a cascade of negative emotions. Through the therapeutic process, I work with you to uncover the patterns and obstacles that hold you back, and help you take ownership of your own reactions and choices so that you can focus your energy on what’s meaningful, productive and fulfilling.

My clinical interests focus on issues related to life transitions, grief and loss, and Enneagram coaching.

I hold a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Denver, and a Master’s Degree in Education from George Washington University in Washington, D.C. I hold a Bachelors of Arts degree from the University of Kansas in Lawrence, KS.

Adjunct Professor – Graduate School of Counseling Psychology, University of Denver.

I’m a member of the following associations:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Internal Family Systems Methods Is What I Do

Step 1

Schedule a Free 15-minute Consultation

Let’s get to know each other and see if we would enjoy working together.

Step 2

Initial Consultation: Understanding Your Needs

We will discuss your experiences, goals, and create a personalized treatment plan.

Step 3

Ongoing Sessions: Work Towards Healing and Growth

Through ongoing counseling sessions, work towards healing and personal growth.

Mental Wellness Starts With You

I utilize an integrated approach to therapy with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Internal Family Systems to help clients achieve balance and wellness in their lives.

Collaborative

We will work together to understand the root cause of your struggles and address those issues with long-lasting strategies.

Open

I enjoy working with individuals who are open and willing to navigate their inner lives to find hope and healing.

Safe

Together we'll create a safe space where I can help clients explore their inner world to facilitate personal change.

Judgment-Free

I am here to help you navigate through the challenges you may face in a judgment-free environment.

Warm

I am here to help you identify negative behavior and thought patterns or perceptions that may be holding you back.

Empathetic

Life isn't always easy. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point in life.

About Therapy

Not at all. People who ask for help know when they need it and have the ability to reach out. Everyone needs help now and then. You already have some strengths that you’ve used before, that for whatever reason isn’t working right now. Perhaps this problem feels overwhelming and is making it difficult to access your past strengths. In our work together, I’ll help you identify what those strengths are and how to implement them again in what is happening now.
The difference is between someone who can do something, and someone who has the training and experience to do that same thing professionally. A mental health professional can help you approach your situation in a new way– teach you new skills, gain different perspectives, listen to you without judgment or expectations, and help you listen to yourself. Furthermore, therapy is completely confidential. You won’t have to worry about others “knowing my business.” Lastly, if your situation provokes a great deal of negative emotion, if you’ve been confiding in a friend or family member, there is the risk that once you are feeling better you could start avoiding that person so you aren’t reminded of this difficult time in your life.
Medication alone cannot solve all issues. What medication does is treat the symptoms. Our work together is designed to explore the root of the issue, dig deep into your behavior and teach strategies that can help you accomplish your personal and/or relational goals. Medication can be effective and is sometimes needed in conjunction with therapy.
Because each person has different issues and goals for therapy, therapy will be different depending on the individual. I tailor my therapeutic approach to your specific needs.

Contact me directly by clicking the appointment button at the top of the page or going to the contact page and filling out the contact form.

Unfortunately, this is not possible to say in a general FAQs page. Everyone’s circumstances are unique to them and the length of time therapy can take to allow you to accomplish your goals depends on your desire for personal development, your commitment, and the factors that are driving you to seek therapy in the first place.
I am so glad you are dedicated to getting the most out of your sessions. Your active participation and dedication is crucial to your success. After all, we only see each other for a session a week. It’s the work you do outside of our sessions that will really help you see your personal growth and development.

"When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves."

– Viktor Frankl

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