About Me
Everyone’s therapy journey is different, and so is every therapist. I believe therapy works best when there's real connection. I show up as a real person in the therapy room, and outside of it too.
Here you’ll get a sense of my style, what I bring to the therapy room, the kinds of clients I work best with, and a few fun facts about me so you can get to know me beyond the professional side.
My Education & Experience
Through my education and clinical training, I have gained a strong foundation in systems theory, clinical ethics, and evidence-based practices. This has prepared me to work with individuals, couples, and families across a wide range of life experiences and challenges.
Oklahoma State University – Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (2022)
University of Central Oklahoma – Master of Science in Marital and Family Therapy (2025)
Practicum Experience – Vérité Counseling (2024-2025)
Honors – President’s Honor Roll at OSU, President’s Honor Roll at UCO, Graduation Honor Award at OSU, publication in the OSU Cimarron Review (2021)
Clinical trainings – betrayal trauma trainings at Family Solutions Counseling (2023-2024), play therapy certification training (September 2025-2027)
Areas of Focus & Therapy Approach
Anxiety
Child and adolescent issues, such as emotional dysregulation, behavioral challenges, and school-related concerns
Trauma and childhood trauma
Betrayal trauma (including infidelity)
ADHD across the lifespan
Relationship counseling for couples at all stages: premarital, marital, and committed partnerships
LGBTQIA+ identity & support
Addiction & recovery
I have a special interest in working with the following concerns:
To support these areas, I use a variety of models based on each client’s needs and preferences. Some of the main approaches I draw from include:
Narrative Therapy
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Family Systems Theory
Play Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy
Person-Centered Therapy
My goal is always to create a space where clients feel safe, heard, and empowered in their growth.
Fun Facts About Me
Therapists are humans too, and I believe it’s important to show up authentically in this work. When I’m not in session, I enjoy the simple things that make life feel meaningful and grounded. Here's a little peek into what brings me joy!
Favorite Colors:
Army green, gray, and blue
Favorite TV Shows:
Big Brother, Survivor, and 9-1-1
Favorite Movies:
Bolt, The Parent Trap (Lindsay Lohan version), and most Disney movies!
Favorite Song (currently):
Too Much by Dove Cameron
Favorite Dessert:
Cake…. (I relate to Kevin Hart’s character in Jumanji when he says “cake is my weakness”)
Favorite Forms of Self-Care:
Getting my nails done and making time to do my favorite hobbies
Favorite Books:
Harry Potter series, Maximum Ride series, and The Body Keeps the Score.
Favorite Way to Unwind After a Long Day:
Watching TV in my PJ’s!
Favorite Board Games:
Too many to choose from! But my all time faves are UNO Flip, Exploding Kittens, Clue, and Scrabble.
Some of my favorites:
This is my fur baby, Maggie!
I’m probably the biggest Disney fan you’ll ever meet… I can quote so many movie lines!
I love spending time with my mom whenever we get to visit each other!
My favorite hobbies are crafting and painting!
One of my favorite pastimes is building LEGO sets. I have a whole shelf of them!
Favorite Quotes
Sometimes a few simple words can offer inspiration, comfort, or the right perspective at the right time. This is a little collection of quotes that have resonated with me, some connected to therapy and healing, and others that simply inspire or ground me in everyday life.
“Therapy is a gift. It is a chance to finally be heard, understood, and supported”
- Bessel van der Kolk
“Working hard is important, but there’s something that matters even more; believing in yourself”
- Harry Potter
“Setbacks are just a setup for a comeback”
- John Legend (The Voice)
“No one can make you feel inferior without your consent”
- Eleanor Roosevelt