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About MeI am a licensed clinical psychologist (PSY 25614) and have held a passion towards helping people since beginning my career in psychology in 2006. It is that drive and passion that led me into my work with families, children, teens, and adults. What has kept me in this area of work is the joy that comes with helping people accomplish their goals and work through the areas of challenge that led them into my office. Witnessing growth, transformation, empowerment, and genuine change on a daily basis is such a blessing and honor for me. While we work together, you will know that you are not alone in your struggles and you will feel supported by me in an authentic and genuine way.
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Who I Am As A Therapist |
I fundamentally believe that healing exists when we can identify our shared humanity, vulnerability, and authenticity and as such, I rely on my training, professional experience, and personal experiences to help guide my work. While many therapists feel it is taboo to share anything about themselves, I am approachable, engaging, as well as open about my challenges with perfectionism and being what I believe would be called, "a difficult" child. My clients often tell me that I balance well the role of helping them feel less alone in their struggles with my ability to still make the session and the work about them and for them. I take this role and our work very seriously but do my best to make our work enjoyable. I am not your typical therapist as I will laugh with you, joke with you, and give you all the space you need to get comfortable before diving deep into insight, growth, and the challenges we overcome in therapy.
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My History |
I attended the University of Michigan to receive my undergraduate degree in psychology. Immediately following graduation, I lived in France for one year as an au pair (nanny). While this was a challenging experience at times, it was one of the most rewarding experienced and truly changed the direction of my life! It was there that I realized my passion for psychology and made the decision to attend graduate school. I then attended Alliant International University in San Diego and received my Doctorate of Clinical Psychology, specializing in Child and Family Studies. Since I can remember, I have worked with children and am so grateful that my natural ability to connect with kids, teens, and parents has led me to a career that is so rewarding.
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Check out my latest articles on Your Tango
How To Support Loved Ones Struggling With Perfectionism And Mental Health
This is what perfectionists really need when they're struggling in this pandemic.
I’ve been reflecting a lot on how things have been going for many of us, particularly those who've been struggling to manage stress or uncomfortable feelings during the current pandemic and shelter-in-place orders.
This is likely all of us at one time or another. More than ever, people need mental health support right now.
I think this situation is highlighting the challenges society has with many things, and how we handle emotions is just one of them. It is, however, a big one. Especially right now, and especially for those of us who access our emotions more readily.
Read more by clicking here!
This is what perfectionists really need when they're struggling in this pandemic.
I’ve been reflecting a lot on how things have been going for many of us, particularly those who've been struggling to manage stress or uncomfortable feelings during the current pandemic and shelter-in-place orders.
This is likely all of us at one time or another. More than ever, people need mental health support right now.
I think this situation is highlighting the challenges society has with many things, and how we handle emotions is just one of them. It is, however, a big one. Especially right now, and especially for those of us who access our emotions more readily.
Read more by clicking here!
How To Handle The Relentlessness Of Parenting In The Coronavirus Pandemic
What is it truly like to parent during coronavirus?
As a therapist, business owner, and mom, I've reflected often on the relentless nature of modern parenting.
The standards and ideals many parents hold very dear and genuinely feel are important are challenging in our typical lives. Now, we have the challenge of living during a global pandemic.
COVID-19 is placing an unreasonable amount of pressure on parents, particularly working parents and parents of kids who are not entirely independent.
We are also getting mixed signals and different information on how to handle this.
Read more by clicking here!
What is it truly like to parent during coronavirus?
As a therapist, business owner, and mom, I've reflected often on the relentless nature of modern parenting.
The standards and ideals many parents hold very dear and genuinely feel are important are challenging in our typical lives. Now, we have the challenge of living during a global pandemic.
COVID-19 is placing an unreasonable amount of pressure on parents, particularly working parents and parents of kids who are not entirely independent.
We are also getting mixed signals and different information on how to handle this.
Read more by clicking here!
7 Tips For Parenting Teens Stuck At Home During COVID-19
Here's how to parent teens during the coronavirus pandemic.
Well, you're facing yet another week of social distancing and living with the challenge of parenting during a pandemic!
This is a time when we are all likely to have a variety of reactions. Most likely, you're also feeling exhausted — especially if you're trying to parent a teen during the coronavirus quarantine.
You're exhausted with the daily changes you're having to make. The dramatic impact staying home, often with your entire family, is taking a toll on your emotional health.
Read more by clicking here!
Here's how to parent teens during the coronavirus pandemic.
Well, you're facing yet another week of social distancing and living with the challenge of parenting during a pandemic!
This is a time when we are all likely to have a variety of reactions. Most likely, you're also feeling exhausted — especially if you're trying to parent a teen during the coronavirus quarantine.
You're exhausted with the daily changes you're having to make. The dramatic impact staying home, often with your entire family, is taking a toll on your emotional health.
Read more by clicking here!
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