About Me

I have a diverse background working in the healing arts for over a decade. I have spent time as a wilderness therapist with adolescents, I've worked in treatment centers specializing in substance abuse and medication withdrawal. I have been a bodyworker for 10 years and was part of the core faculty at Arizona School of Integrative Studies teaching in the massage program. All of these endeavors deeply influence my work as a psychotherapist. Through my own personal and familial experience, I feel compelled to dedicate my life's work to support people who long for change, growth, joy, and something more. 

I am passionate about social justice and dedicated to playing a role in creating a more just and equitable world for all people, as well as for the environment. When I am not working, I love spending time in nature, surfing, biking, and connecting.

EDUCATION

California Institute of Integral Studies: M.A. Counseling Psychology (2015)

Arizona School of Integrated Studies: Massage Therapy Program (2008)

Elon University B. A.  Communications (2004)

Professional Trainings & EXPERIENCE:

The Psychotherapy Institute: Group Therapy Training

PACT Level 1: Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy

Coyote Coast: Youth and Family Counseling Services

Orinda Academy: Independent High School specializing in Learning Differences 

Holos Institute: Holistic Counseling Internship

Integral Counseling Center at Pierce Street

Anti-Racism Studies — Stirfry Seminars & Consultation: Lee Mun Wah

• Mindfulness Facilitation of Diversity

• Unlearning Racism & Internalized Racism

• Deconstructing White Supremacy - Consultation Group

Alternative To Meds Center: Specialized Rehab Care & Detox Center 

Stone Mountain School: Therapeutic Wilderness Boarding School for Adolescents

Transpersonal Somatic Therapy: Paul Linn MFT

Gestalt Training Group: Gieve Patel MFT