About Me

I bring over 30 years of experience supporting youth, young adults, parents, and families as they navigate life’s challenges. My work has centered on helping children and teens manage emotional and behavioral difficulties, cope with anxiety, depression, and school-related stress, and navigate the challenges of identity, relationships, and growing independence. I have particular expertise in adoption, foster care, attachment, and trauma, while also working with young people from a wide range of backgrounds and family experiences. I provide individual and family therapy, as well as parent coaching, with a focus on strengthening relationships, improving communication, building resilience, and helping young people and their families move through challenging periods with greater confidence and connection.

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In addition, I have extensive experience working within the LGBTQIA+ community, supporting individuals, couples, and families in building affirming relationships and living authentically. 

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As a parent myself, I understand firsthand the joys and challenges of raising children and teenagers. This personal experience informs my empathy and helps me connect deeply with the families I work with.

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I earned my Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from Portland State University in 2001