ABOUT ME

I graduated from Colby College as a Human Development Major in 2008 and spent three years working for a suicide prevention non-profit organization in Boston.  I received my Master’s of Social Work from the University of New England in 2013 and was fortunate to join the team at Art of Awareness Wellness Center, gaining clinical experience in individual, couples, family, and group therapy. In 2016 I opened my private practice in Portland and have loved being able to create a work life balance that enables prioritizing self care.

When I’m not in my therapy office, I am likely biking, hiking, skiing, practicing yoga, traveling, or otherwise adventuring.  I enjoy sharing my passion for the outdoors with clients and encouraging them to get outside and play.

MY PRACTICE

Beginning with our initial phone consultation, I will assess what you are hoping to address in therapy and whether I think you and I will be well matched.  Client-therapist chemistry is very important, and I wish for you to feel comfortable working with me and that your time in my office is valuable.  My goal is to help support you in creating sustainable changes in your life.

I am a trauma-sensitive, Lyme literate and EMDR certified therapist. I provide treatment for PTSD, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, relationship conflict, medical hardships, and life transitions. Using a strength based mindfulness and holistic approach I will empower you to improve your overall well-being and find a healthier balance in your life.

Due to some of my own personal experiences, I am skilled working with those who have endured various forms of medical traumas.  Sometimes when people survive a long term illness or sudden injury there is much attention paid to their physical health and less to their emotional health. Through motivational interviewing, EMDR, and mindfulness techniques we can start to tend to the unhealed parts of your being.

I believe that healthy bodies help create healthy minds. I will support you in identifying goals for your physical and nutritional health and, if needed, work with you to build a team of providers (nutritionists, doctors, prescribers, etc.).

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