About Me

  • Originally from Greenville, South Carolina, I moved to the beautiful Pacific Northwest in 2012 after completing graduate school in the Washington, DC, area. Since my initial move to Seattle, I have continued to gain valuable clinical experience in a variety of treatment settings. In 2016, I opened my private practice in the Seattle area, offering both in-person and virtual treatment for individuals across Washington state.

    Over the past 15 years as a mental health provider, I have had the privilege of supporting hundreds, if not thousands, of individuals as they navigate challenges related to their mental health. This work continues to leave me feeling deeply grateful, while also reminding me how much there is still to learn and understand as both a clinician and a human being.

    Becoming a mental health provider was not always the plan. In fact, I had originally planned to pursue a career in journalism. During college, I was able to have unique experiences such as writing stories and editing articles for a local magazine or spending a semester in Washington, DC working for a congressional news service. Although I intended to continue on that path after graduation, a meaningful experience I had ultimately changed the direction of my life.

    While I have always loved the possibilities of a career in journalism, I have also felt drawn from a young age towards helping and caring for others. After completing my undergraduate degree, I had an opportunity to help facilitate self-care groups for women. Through this work, I was able to witness the profound impact of validation and compassion, especially for individuals who had experienced chronic invalidation or trauma within their communities. These interactions ultimately led me to pursue graduate school and a career in mental health.

    Since my first day attending graduate school in 2009, I have never looked back.

  • Licensure
    Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Washington (First Issue Date: 2015), License #: LH 60598873

    Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), South Carolina (First Issue Date: 2021), License #: 8006

    Education
    M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marymount University, 2012

    B.A. Furman University, 2008

  • My approach is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth. Clients often describe me as validating and nonjudgmental, and I strive to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and respected.

    I also believe therapy works best when we make room for imperfection, both in ourselves and in the process. Progress is rarely linear, and treatment is not about doing it perfectly.

    Together, we will clarify what you’re experiencing, identify your goals, and build practical, evidence-based skills to help you feel more grounded and empowered as you move forward.

  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Behavior Therapy Training Institute (BTTI) for adult and pediatric populations, International OCD Foundation (IOCDF)

    Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Behavioral Tech Institute

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

    Trauma-Focused Therapies: Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), and Written Exposure Therapy (WET)

    Perinatal Mental Health Training, Postpartum Support International (PSI)

  • Throughout my clinical career, I have worked with individuals across a wide range of identities, roles, and lived experiences, including:

    • Older adolescents, young adults, adults, and older adults across the lifespan

    • Parents, including mothers navigating the perinatal period

    • Diverse racial, cultural, and religious backgrounds

    • A range of socioeconomic and financial experiences

    • Gender identities and sexual orientations across the spectrum

    • Neurodivergent individuals (including Autism, ADHD, and related differences)

    • Individuals with chronic illness (Autoimmune disorders, Gastrointestinal (GI) Issues, etc.)

    • Diverse Professions and Roles:

      • Professional Athletes, including those navigating performance anxiety, injury and recovery, and mental health challenges

      • Student Athletes (High School and College Level)

      • High-achieving individuals, including those experiencing burnout and perfectionism related to profession

      • Working Professionals in fast-paced and high-demand industries (e.g., tech, corporate, startups)

      • Healthcare workers (Physicians, nursing, mental health providers, etc.)

      • Individuals in creative fields (e.g., artists, writers, performers)

When I am not working, you can find me on the Salish Sea trying to improve my orca whale photography skills - my happy place!