A bit about my journey…
My path into this work began when I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Ithaca College in 2007. I later completed my Master of Social Work at the University of Denver in 2012.
Since graduating with my Masters I’ve worn many hats—advocate for low-income single parents, Early Childhood Mental Health consultant, and Child and Family Therapist in community mental health settings. It’s been a journey filled with deep conversations, meaningful relationships, tiny victories, and the occasional crayon mural on my office walls.
Nine years ago, I made the decision to open my private practice—a choice guided by both passion and purpose. After working in larger systems, I felt a strong pull to create a space where care could be more personalized, compassionate, and responsive. I wanted to slow things down, move at a human pace, and offer therapy that truly centers safety, connection, and the unique needs of each client and family.
In addition to my clinical work, I am an adjunct professor and Clinical Supervisor at the University of Denver, where I support and teach Master of Social Work students. Teaching allows me to stay deeply connected to the field, mentor future clinicians, and continually reflect on best practices in ethical, trauma-informed care.
My style as a therapist is warm, grounded, and collaborative. I believe behavior is communication, curiosity is healing, and meaningful change happens when people feel safe enough to be real. Whether you’re seeking support for your child, your family, or yourself, my goal is to create a space where you feel seen, supported, and not alone.
If this resonates with you, I’d be honored to walk alongside you on your healing journey.
Why I Became a Registered Play Therapist (RPT™)
My journey to becoming a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) was deeply personal. As a sensitive child, I often felt misunderstood by the world around me. I experienced emotions deeply and sometimes struggled to express them in ways that others could understand. Looking back, I realize how much I would have benefited from a space where I could feel truly seen, heard, and supported. This personal experience really shaped my passion for working with children.
Becoming a Registered Play Therapist has allowed me to provide the space I longed for as a child—a place where kids don’t have to find the “right” words to explain how they feel but can instead use the language of play to tell their story.
Being a therapist for children is more than just a profession for me; it’s a calling. Every day, I feel honored to walk alongside children and their families, helping them navigate emotions, strengthen relationships, and build a foundation for lifelong emotional well-being.
On a personal note, I absolutely love Colorado! I moved here to soak up the blue skies, endless sunshine, and mountains that remind me to practice what I preach—self-care. You can often find me using mindfulness strategies in the form of yoga, rock climbing, hiking, and skiing… or, let’s be real, sometimes just deep breathing through traffic on I-25.