As a person with a background in the arts, my career change came about from wanting to blend my love of creativity with my sincere passion for witnessing transformation and healing in others. Additionally, becoming a parent myself deepened my desire to support people through pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting journeys.

For the past decade, I have worked specifically with women whose lives have been impacted by pregnancy and parenting, both as a writer and educator, as well as with survivors of trauma. As a provider, I aim to reflect a client’s story back to them so they can begin the rewarding work of rewriting their own understanding of who they are today and how they arrived here.

Sometimes this means delving into deep conversations, and other times it may involve mindfulness, relaxation techniques, or expressive arts to encourage self-exploration and understanding. Building a therapeutic relationship takes time, trust, and transparency, and I am always eager to adapt to what is best for each client based on where they are in the present moment. Clients can expect a warm, grounding presence from me in session and an approach that encourages embodied conversations about what we bring into the room. I use a blend of therapeutic approaches, including CBT, DBT, mindfulness, feminist therapy, and strengths-based practices.

• Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW), Massachusetts, #231257

• Eastern Michigan University, Bachelor’s of Science in Gender Studies & Creative Writing

• University of Massachusetts, Master’s of Fine Arts

• Westfield State University, Master’s of Social Work
  

• Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

• Relaxation Coaching

• YWCA Domestic Violence & Assault Training

• Foundations of Practice in Reproductive Health

  
  

Outside of session, I enjoy film, visiting museums, reading and making art. I love to hike, travel, cook for friends and family, and spend time outside.