My work is grounded in an integrated wellness approach that emphasizes development, relational-cultural theory, and body-centered practice. I have had the honor of supporting clients through a variety of concerns and difficulties including childhood and adult trauma, relationship issues, parenting and co-parenting struggles, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
I am passionate about helping people look beneath the surface - digging down deep to the roots. My work is heart-centered, supporting a person’s capacity to bear witness to their own experience. This often begins in the body. I incorporate body-centered practices in much of my work to awaken the senses and support the fullest expression of one’s truth.
My background includes work in administration, crisis response, clinical practice, and program development. I served as Co-Director of Project Safe, Vanderbilt’s Center for Sexual Violence Prevention and Response, for seven years before transitioning to a primary clinical role at Oasis Center, one of the nation’s leading youth-serving organizations. Following my time at Oasis Center, I worked as a therapist at a dual diagnosis mental health and addiction treatment program in Nashville. I have consulted on numerous projects both within Tennessee and across the country related to trauma informed care, crisis response and stabilization, and primary prevention services. In addition, I have authored two curricula on girl-centered practice for the Delores Barr Weaver Policy Center in Jacksonville, Florida.
I received both a B.A. in Anthropology and a M.Ed. in Human Development Counseling from Vanderbilt University. I have completed advanced training in body-centered psychotherapy, mindfulness based practices, and the treatment of trauma. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health Service Provider in the state of Tennessee, National Certified Counselor, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.