My purpose as a counselor is to assist you in finding balance with your thoughts and feelings so that you may begin to take action toward what matters to you. Worry and despair can feel paralyzing and we may end up in a cycle of trying to avoid those feelings. Unfortunately, a consequence of avoidance is missing out on life's true enjoyment. Therapy offers a non-judgmental space to help clarify your values, learn skills to accept and make room for difficult feelings, rediscover who you are, and live more fully.  

Anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and relationships are among my clinical interests. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as my primary approach and combine other evidence-based strategies to meet the needs of my clients. I believe we all have within us the ability to live with purpose, despite the obstacles and challenges we're faced with. While processing the past can be an important part of therapy, I also emphasize the "here and now" through mindful practices and intentional goals.  

My work experiences span various settings, including corporate, non-profit, residential, and private practice. I have experience working with couples, families, and individuals of many ages. Currently, I work with teens and adults.  I value learning and connecting with colleagues, and consider myself to be a lifelong student of the mental health field. 

In my free time, I enjoy practicing and teaching yoga. spending time with my loved ones, puzzling, and curling up on the couch with my cats.

License 

• Mental Health Counselor, State of Iowa, No. 076751

Education

• The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, 2009

  • M.A. Psychology, with a counseling specialization

• University of Northern Iowa, 2005

• B.A. Psychology