Although my background and education was in art therapy, immediately after graduate school I worked as a case manager and in-home family therapist serving children, teens, and their families who were involved in the foster care system in the New York City metro area. I was a reunification worker with the goal of helping minors who had been removed from their homes return to live with their families. I coordinated care with the Department of Social Services, testified in family court, and provided crisis intervention. As a brand new clinician, I was exposed to poverty, abuse, systemic racism and oppression, and the unspeakable harm that humans are capable of inflicting on one another. Unfortunately, many helping professionals have had similar experiences working in high acuity settings early in their careers.

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Just before turning 30, I had reached my limit. I experienced severe burnout, depression, and anxiety and I took 4 months off of work. During this time I focused on reestablishing emotional and psychological safety, starting by meeting my basic needs (sleep, diet, exercise) and later reconnecting with a sense of purpose and meaning. I also relocated to Colorado in search of better work-life balance. I went on to work as an art therapist in psychiatric hospitals and an intensive outpatient clinic. I was still working with highly traumatized populations, but I was committed to learning from my early career mistakes. I learned to slow down, say no, recognize and quickly address signs of burnout, and prioritize caring for my physical and mental health.

 

I have been fortunate to have worked on diverse, multidisciplinary teams throughout my career. My coworkers have included physicians and psychiatrists, NPs and PAs, nurses, psychologists, social workers, marriage and family therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, and clinical pharmacists. My own journey with burnout helped me develop an affinity for providing therapy to other healthcare workers and helping professionals.​

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I'm originally from the Midwest, lived in New York City for 5 years, and I've called Colorado home since 2018. Outside of work, I enjoy all things art and design, commuting by bike, climbing, yoga, and tending to an excessive number of houseplants. In addition to my career as a therapist I have a background as a yoga teacher and photographer. I am warm, energetic, and deeply invested in my clients' success.​​

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• 2012 - Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Photography; Minor in Psychology (Indiana University - Indianapolis)

• 2014 - Inpatient Adolescent Psychiatry Internship at Bellevue Hospital (New York University and NYC Health + Hospitals)

• 2015 - Master of Arts (MA) in Art Therapy (New York University)

• 2016 - Registered and Board Certified Art Therapist (Art Therapy Credentials Board)

• 2020 - Licensed Professional Counselor (Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies)

• 2020 - Peer Consultation Chair of the Colorado Art Therapy Association (2-year term)

• 2021 - 6-hr LPC Supervisor Course (Colorado School for Family Therapy)

• 2022 - Vice President of the Colorado Art Therapy Association (2-year term)

• 2023 - Certified Brain Injury Specialist Training (Brain Injury Association of America)

• 2024 - LGBTQ+ Behavioral Health Provider Training, Levels 1 & 2 (Envision:You)

• 2024 - EMDR Training (The Maiberger Institute)

• 2024 - Registered Out-of-State Telehealth Provider (Florida Department of Health)

• 2026 (In progress) - 45-hr Clinical Supervision Training (Noeticus Counseling Center and Training Institute)