I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Art Therapist Provisional (ATR-P) specialized in working with members of the adoption community including parents, birth parents, children, and adults.

As a transracial adoptee myself, I understand the distinct personal experiences of adoptees. I strive to provide a safe space for parents, children, and adults to explore their feelings, foster healthy communication, and address any behavioral or emotional issues related to adoption. I utilize a combination of talk and; Art Therapy to explore each client’s adoption story with compassion, understanding, and empathy. In this process, the client is the expert, and the role of the therapist is to support the client.

As an adoption competent therapist, I recognize the unique challenges and experiences faced by adoptive families and individuals. I help people navigate the complexities of attachment, abandonment, identity, and grief that can arise in the adoption process. By utilizing trauma-informed practices and culturally sensitive approaches, I seek to empower families to build strong, resilient lifelong relationships and promote healing.

Additionally I offers Art Therapy to people seeking a non-verbal and accessible way to express feelings regarding current life events that could be difficult to articulate using words. Clients can utilize Art Therapy from the comfort of their home using materials readily available to them. Art Therapy can be beneficial to people dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma as it fosters self-awareness, emotional release, and personal growth.

I earned my Masters in Counseling and Art Therapy from Antioch University as well as a Bachelor's in Art Education at Academy of Art University. I have previously volunteered at Mary's Place providing Art Therapy to families in shelters. I also worked in community mental health at Navos in their Child Youth and Family department.

Throughout my work, I have gained experience working with diverse populations with various mental health diagnoses. I have completed extensive adoption competent training through the National Adoption Competency Mental Health Training Initiative. I am passionate about the adoption population dedicating my education and career to helping other adoptees, learning, training, and providing quality care for all adoptees.

In my free time, I enjoy playing with my dog (Phoebe), knitting/crocheting, traveling, skiing, reading, and spending time with family/friends.