Therapy is more than my profession—it is work that feels deeply personal to me. My passion for supporting trauma survivors, pregnant and postpartum parents, military families, veterans, and first responders is rooted in both my professional experience and my own understanding of how life's most difficult experiences can impact our sense of safety, identity, and connection.

Like many of the clients I work with, I know what it feels like to navigate loss, trauma, major life transitions, and the challenges of parenthood. I have experienced pregnancy and postpartum struggles, birth trauma, pregnancy loss, grief, and the ongoing adjustments that come with military and law enforcement family life.

Over the past 15+ years, I have worked in hospitals, domestic violence programs, adoption agencies, child advocacy centers, community mental health settings, and private practice, supporting individuals through some of the most challenging seasons of their lives. 

While our stories may be different, these experiences help me understand how isolating and overwhelming it can feel when life doesn't go as planned. They also remind me that healing is possible, that growth can emerge from difficult experiences, and that no one should have to navigate those challenges alone.

My work is grounded in trauma-informed care and specialized training in EMDR therapy and perinatal mental health. I believe healing involves more than reducing symptoms—it involves helping people reconnect with themselves, strengthen their relationships, and move forward with greater confidence, self-compassion, and hope.

I believe therapy should be collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your unique needs. My role is not to tell you what to do or judge your experiences. Instead, I work alongside you to help you understand what you're carrying, develop effective coping strategies, and process the experiences that continue to impact your life.

Clients often describe me as warm, direct, supportive, and thoughtful. I balance practical tools with deeper healing work, helping clients build insight while also creating meaningful change in their day-to-day lives.

Whether we are using EMDR, parts work, DBT skills, mindfulness, or other approaches, I tailor therapy to your unique needs and goals while helping you build lasting confidence in your ability to navigate life's challenges. 

I believe healing happens at a pace that feels safe and sustainable. Whether you're processing trauma, navigating pregnancy or postpartum challenges, grieving a loss, or adjusting to a major life transition, we will work together to honor your experiences while building confidence in your ability to move forward.

I hold a Bachelor's of Science degree in Psychology and a Master's of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC/LCPC) serving clients across Virginia, Maryland, Washington, DC, and Michigan.

My advanced training includes:
• Certified in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C)
• EMDRIA Certified EMDR Therapist
• Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
• Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level 1 Trained
• Approved Clinical Supervisor in Virginia and Maryland
• Certified Yoga Instructor with specialized training in Perinatal Yoga

Professional Experience:
Over the past 15+ years, I have worked in hospitals, outpatient clinics, community mental health programs, domestic violence agencies, adoption agencies, child advocacy centers, nonprofit organizations, and private practice settings. 

My clinical experience and advanced training allow me to support clients navigating trauma, PTSD, birth trauma, medical trauma, infertility, pregnancy loss, perinatal mental health concerns, attachment wounds, grief, and major life transitions.

I integrate evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), DBT, mindfulness, and somatic strategies to help clients move toward meaningful and lasting healing.