I’m a relational therapist working with couples, families, intimate partners, friendships, and close-knit groups to support connection within self and with others. I often support clients navigating conflict, family dynamics, and the quiet hurt of feeling disconnected. I work with folks facing burnout, decision fatigue, and those connecting back to self outside of systems. I believe healing isn't linear and happens at our own pace, with ups and downs along the way. I tend to focus on the importance of self-compassion, humor, and slowing down in the journey for change.

My style is warm and direct. I integrate attachment theory, Internal Family Systems, art, sand tray, and creative practices to support the therapeutic process. Before becoming a therapist, I spent a decade teaching in the public schools. That work taught me about burnout and how we hold on to our humanity within the education system. I now work with educators and caregivers. I work under the supervision of Dr. Naomi Schwenke. Outside work, I enjoy eating good food, reading, solving puzzles, and jumping in cold lakes.

Areas of interest:

• Life Transitions

• Anxiety

• Caregiver/teacher Burnout

• Spirituality

• Women’s Issues

• Sexuality

• Pre-Marital Counseling

• Couples Issues

• Family Therapy

Training and Experience:

Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota

Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1

K-12 Licensed Visual Arts Teacher

Masters in Education from Augsburg University

200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training