I am a huge believer in the power of family and the influence those individuals have on whom we become as humans. Genetics is powerful, bonds are strong, systems are engrained, and trauma can be life-altering even if we do not realize it when it is happening. However, I make note of these things to take away some of their power and influence as we choose to heal. My parents were very young when I was born, and they were imperfect. I now know that their struggles were derived from what they experienced in their youth and the difficulty they experienced managing expectations around marriage and family.

My created family is so precious to me! My husband of many years and I are privileged to have raised two sons, now successful adults. I am hopeful every day that they have learned from my imperfections, failures, and successes.

My education began with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences from the University of North Texas and shortly after, I began my graduate work at Texas Woman’s University where I earned a Master’s in Family Studies and a Master’s in Counseling and Development. After beginning my career in clinical behavioral health for children, I knew that my need to serve a more vulnerable population was engrained in my soul. I worked for over 20 years in public and charter education as a Special Education Teacher, Certified School Counselor, Crisis Counselor, and most recently in Administration in support of student intervention, both academic and social/emotional alike. I have now worked in Mental Health support for over twenty years, and I truly believe it is what I was created to do.

As a therapist, my best hope for my clients is to recognize the power living within themselves to make change, even on the smallest scale. Each of my clients has the capacity for growth, and together, we’ll identify what’s not working, what is working, and where exactly balance lives. We’ll use a solution-focused approach while also addressing mindfulness & self-care. We will explore how our thoughts can have a powerful effect on our behavior and emotions, and discover ways to create positive change. My goal is for my clients to be heard, to be accepted, and to know that I am there alongside them to find solutions to the challenges they are experiencing. In therapy sessions with me, my clients find relationship, collaboration, authenticity, empathy, and humor. It would be my honor to walk alongside you, your partner, or your child towards healing and change.

In addition to raising two very cool young men with my husband, I love coffee, Mexican food, dark chocolate, singing karaoke, all things interiors design, and have an unhealthy obsession with cheesy 70’s pop rock.