holistic psychotherapy

My approach to psychotherapy is simple: there is a reason for your distress. Pain, whether physical or mental, is a message. Together we can decode these messages to find the root cause.

Mental health issues stem from a dysregulated nervous system. This happens as a response to stress, shock, and trauma, not because there is something inherently wrong with the person, or with the mind.

As a general rule, I do not work with diagnoses. This is because I find a diagnosis to keep people stuck in unhelpful self-limiting belief systems that keep them from truly recovering.

This is where my philosophy “compassion as medicine” comes from. There is nothing wrong with you; we live in a chaotic world, and sometimes we all need a little help.

about me

I’m a cosmic heart, a proud mother, and a highly sensitive person. But being sensitive doesn’t stop me from also being brave, powerful, and resilient. I am a student of the mystery, learning, growing and stretching to understand consciousness, the human condition and many other secrets of the universe.

My journey to becoming a therapist started with my own recovery from trauma and addiction. Yoga and meditation are an integral part of this ongoing recovery. Somatic Experiencing changed my life and I am so fortunate to share this work with you.

Leading a healthy lifestyle is paramount to my wellbeing. This includes spending time in nature, exercising and avoiding alcohol and sugar. I love to swim, hike and ride my bike. I am a natural born songwriter, play piano and guitar and love to sing my heart out!

My partner and I have a blended family with my daughter and his son, two cats and a dog.

  • Education

    Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing, Rhodes College

    Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling, Texas A and M

    New Beginning School of Massage, 500 hours

    Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training, 200 hours

    EMDR trained levels I and II

  • Training

    Somatic Experiencing, Beginning Level

    Foundations of Nervous System Healing, Soma Healing Collective

    Nonviolent Communication, Sounds True

    Psychotherapy and the Highly Sensitive Person, Dr. Elaine Aron

    Mind Mastery 101, Akashic Resources School of Metaphysics

    200-hour yoga teacher training, Yoga Renew

  • Professional organizations

    Somatic Experiencing International

    ACA, Creativity in Counseling Division

    Association of Bodywork and Massage Professionals

    Board Member, Whole Life Foundation