Clinician Bios

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I am passionate about helping my clients navigate and manage the complexities of life’s most challenging moments. Whether you're facing major life transitions, dealing with fears or trauma, or struggling with difficult relationships—be it with family, friends, or at work—I am here to help you create the tools necessary for healing and growth.

I specialize in supporting individuals and families through distressing events and circumstances, including couples relationship issues, coping with recent or long-term medical diagnoses, and managing terminal illnesses. My approach is compassionate and client-centered, whether I'm working on individual client issues, providing pre-marital counseling to couples, or assisting families dealing with a significant medical challenge.

I am Nationally Certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT), Medical Family Therapy, and Perinatal Mood Disorders. I offer specialized support for individuals and families recovering from trauma or significant life experiences, as well as for men and women grappling with postpartum issues. Additionally, I work with individuals exploring gender expression and identity, including those undergoing gender transition.

My practice also extends to helping individuals and families adjusting to chronic or life-altering medical conditions, such as (but not limited to) Gastric Bypass, Crohn's Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Alzheimer's/Dementia, Diabetes, and surgical complications. My clients frequently express that my empathetic, sincere, and straightforward approach makes it easier for them to open up and engage in the therapeutic process.

Top Specialties:

• Couples Therapy
• Family Conflict
• Trauma and PTSD
• Chronic Illness

In addition to therapy services I also offer licensure supervision and consultation. 

LMFT in Minnesota, and Michigan

I am a dedicated therapist committed to helping children, teens, couples, and families navigate life's challenges and build stronger, healthier relationships. With extensive experience in addressing broken or damaged relationship dynamics, I focus on fostering resilience, establishing healthy family structures, and enhancing communication.

My approach is rooted in understanding and addressing identity and life transitions, as well as the negative cognitions that influence emotional reactions and behaviors. Whether you're dealing with trauma, struggling with family or relationship issues, or facing significant life changes, I'm here to provide support and guidance.

I hold national certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT) and serve as a supervisor for TFCBT, ensuring that I stay at the forefront of effective trauma treatment. Additionally, I have completed the third level of Gottman Couples Therapy Method and am a certified Gottman Seven Principles Leader, which equips me with advanced skills to help couples strengthen their relationships. As a PREPARE/ENRICH Facilitator, I also offer specialized support for premarital and married couples.

Beyond individual and family therapy, I offer administrative supervision and consultation, including nonprofit management. My services extend to business, organizational, and school consultations, where I conduct workshops and trainings aimed at improving communication, resilience, and organizational health.

Together, we can work on building resiliency, setting healthy boundaries, establishing clear communication, and processing negative thoughts and past experiences. I look forward to partnering with you on your journey toward greater well-being and stronger relationships.

LMFT in Minnesota, Michigan, and Wisconsin