I see you.

Every minute of every day is a struggle. You love your children. You’re glad you are a parent. And still, this is hard.

We were not meant to struggle alone. Believe it or not, family is one of the greatest gifts we have; one of the most amazing support systems we can rely on. Even with that, you may not feel that way. And that’s totally ok. You get to have your own experience. 

This is your family; the most precious thing in your life.

You definitely want someone who gets how hard and wonderful it can be.

 Believe me. I get it. I lived it. I searched for help and didn’t find it when my kids were growing up. So I knew I wanted to be there for other parents who are in the same boat I was in.

Working Together

Don’t be surprised if…

• we actively do things during session such as guided meditation, relaxation techniques, learning new skills, yoga poses, or other skills to help you achieve your goals for your family.

• We play. It’s healing for children and adults 🙂

• I ask you to do some Family Work (aka homework) to practice in between appointments. The work we do in session is important and practicing it in your home is too. This will help us learn where there are other areas that may need to be addressed and give us opportunities to celebrate the awesomeness that happens in your home and family as well.

• we go outside.

• we share some laughter. Laughter can be healing too.

• I am dressed in a casual or ultra casual manner. Playing can sometimes get messy. Please bring your kiddos in dressed in clothes that can get dirty too. I don’t want them to worry about getting their nice clothes dirty; excess worry can impede the therapy process.

What you get working with me…

• Access to a HIPAA compliant online client portal available to you 24/7.

• The option for online therapy. To find out more about online therapy, click here.

• Fluency in ASL and understanding of Deaf culture.

• Someone who gets it; unconditional acceptance and a willingness to push when needed for growth.

Education

Licensed Professional Counselor (License #0016392)

2016, Masters of Mental Health Counseling, Capella University, Minnesota

2016, Certificate of Play Therapy, Capella University, Minnesota

2009, Bachelors of Psychology, Ellis College, New York

Trainings

Gestalt Equine Institute of the Rockies

Yoga Kids

Theraplay

Filial Therapy

Reiki Master

Nature and Play Therapy

Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)

Mental Health Interpreter Training

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