I believe that every person deserves to feel seen, heard, and understood—especially during the moments when life feels most difficult. Whether I’m sitting with a child who is struggling to express their feelings, a veteran navigating experiences that are difficult to put into words, or an adult facing an overwhelming season of life, I approach therapy with the belief that you already carry strengths and an understanding of yourself that we can discover together. My role is not to tell you what you need, but to help you recognize it, trust yourself, and find your own way forward.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with particular passions for supporting children and families affected by foster care and adoption, as well as military veterans. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, emotional and behavioral difficulties, and significant life challenges.
I’ve always had a special place in my heart for children, particularly those who have experienced instability, loss, or difficult transitions. Children deserve to feel seen, heard, and understood, even when they don’t yet have the words to explain what they’re experiencing. My work with children incorporates Child-Centered Play Therapy techniques and sand tray interventions, allowing them to express feelings, explore experiences, and work through challenges in developmentally appropriate ways. I have completed Level One Sand Tray training and value helping children discover their own strengths and capacity for growth through play and relationship.
I also deeply value my work with veterans. With several family members who have served or are currently serving in the military, I have a personal appreciation for the experiences, sacrifices, and transitions that can accompany military life. Whether someone is navigating trauma, anxiety, grief, changes in identity, or the challenges of adjusting to a new season of life, I want therapy to be a place where their experiences are respected and understood.
My therapeutic approach is primarily Person-Centered, relational, and non-directive. I don’t believe my job is to tell you who you should become or what decisions you should make. Instead, I want to understand your experiences, follow your lead, and help you recognize the strengths and possibilities that may be difficult to see right now. I can also be gently challenging when needed, but I believe meaningful growth happens best when it comes from your own understanding and readiness for change.
My clinical background includes working with children, adolescents, adults, families, and veterans, as well as treating a range of mental health concerns. I have experience with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and play-based interventions. I am also a Certified Anger Management Specialist.
I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Oglethorpe University in Atlanta and my Master of Social Work from the University of Alabama, where my studies emphasized children, adolescents, and families.
I believe healing can be difficult and takes time, but meaningful change is possible. Life can be hard, and I believe everyone reaches a point when they need someone to listen, understand, and support them. You don’t have to face those moments alone, and you don’t have to know exactly how to move forward before beginning therapy.
Outside the therapy room, I love sports, running, traveling, and staying active. I especially enjoy spending time with my child and our dog, who is a complete goofball but very much loved.