I began my career supporting survivors of sexual violence, including rape, sexual assault, trafficking, and child sexual abuse. For more than ten years, I have been dedicated to serving survivors and helping develop and expand services to meet their needs. Supporting survivors of sexual violence remains one of the areas of work I am most passionate about, both through therapy and advocacy.

As my training and experience have expanded throughout my career, so has the range of individuals and families I serve. Many people who do not identify as trauma survivors can still benefit greatly from working with a therapist who understands trauma and nervous system regulation. Often, we have experiences in childhood that we do not recognize as traumatic or distressing, yet they continue to shape our relationships, coping strategies, and sense of self. Perhaps one or both parents were physically or emotionally unavailable. Perhaps there was a family member struggling with substance use or mental health concerns. Perhaps you felt unseen, unsupported, or unsafe for reasons that are difficult to fully understand. Experiences such as medical trauma, a difficult birth, chronic stress, or other early life challenges can also impact our sense of safety and well-being in ways that persist into adulthood.

I am also skilled in supporting individuals and families navigating pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, miscarriage, infertility, and parental burnout. These major events are not always acknowledged as traumatic, but often need the same kind of support. Earlier in my career, I worked closely with non-offending parents of children who had experienced sexual abuse, which deepened my appreciation for the unique challenges parents face during difficult and uncertain times. As a mother of twins, I understand firsthand how rewarding, overwhelming, and transformative parenting can be.

In addition, I work with individuals experiencing substance use concerns, anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, and other mental health challenges. My approach is grounded in helping clients better understand themselves, strengthen their coping skills, and build a greater sense of safety, connection, and resilience.

I am trained in Somatic Experiencing and hold a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from George Washington University. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the District of Columbia.