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I received my Masters in Arts in Professional Counseling from Texas State University. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I treat a variety of mental health struggles including anxiety, depression, stress, life transition, family issues, couples and children of all ages. I specialize in treating trauma.

With 20+ years experience in mental health, I use a holistic approach with intent to balance of spiritual, mental, physical and social wellness. Trained in EMDR and Trauma Focused Therapy, I help people heal from traumatic experiences that leave them living beneath their potential. I also treat couples in crisis, or who just desire a greater level of understanding, functionality and intimacy.

I also work with professionals experiencing burn-out or toxic work stress.

I believe all people want to feel peace within themselves and a connection to others. There are things that happen in our lives and in our own minds that can interfere with those goals, and sometimes we need the help of an open-minded and supportive person to work through things in order to feel better. I love helping people identify where they are and why, and to determine what they want to achieve so that I can support them as they pursue those goals.

I provide a safe and supportive space where my clients can be heard and seen. My experience in diverse therapeutic settings including non-profits, residential treatment centers, the juvenile justice system and behavioral health allows me to bring a unique perspective to my work. This work along with my life experience has shaped my therapeutic style to provide a warm, nonjudgmental environment that fosters healing and growth.

I have a passion for people and doing my part in helping those struggling to be the best version of themselves. Having dedicated more than twenty years to doing so, I truly believe that there is nothing that cannot be accomplished if one is willing to put in the work. In support of this endeavor I provide an affirming, non-judgmental, safe and supportive space in which you feel heard and understood so that we can work together to achieve your goals.

I know that we are all just doing the best we can at the time. My goal is facilitate a safe environment where people can explore who they are and where they've been, gain insight, and learn skills to live a happier and healthier life.

I am passionate about helping clients reach their 'aha' moment, the moment that leads to clarity and thus the ability to create positive change in one’s everyday life. We will work together to explore and understand your thoughts and feelings about yourself and the world. Key to your success is the ability for us to develop trust so that you feel safe and supported while examining vulnerable thoughts and emotions.

Do you find yourself filled with anxiety about things in the future, setting boundaries, or your relationships in general? Do you have intrusive thoughts related to current stressors or past trauma? This is exhausting, and you deserve relief. Often, talking to someone is the first step in accepting who you are so that you have room to grow into who you wish to be. I believe that addressing trauma and negative beliefs about both ourselves and the world we live in are key to healing.

I am incredibly passionate about my role as a counselor. I look forward to meeting you where you are at and supporting you in moving towards whatever you think should be next. As an individual I find incredible value in trust and authenticity in my own life and carry that value into meeting with clients. My experience working in community mental health settings has offered me the opportunity to work with a diverse population of clients and caters to my open and exploratory mindset with people.

I am passionate about serving those seeking help, and specialize in helping individuals with relationships, trauma, grief, and anxiety. My work focuses on targeting ineffective behaviors, beliefs, and habits that may be hurtful and limit one’s progress.