Thank you for being here.
Emotions can be complex, confusing, and overwhelming— especially when we don’t have the tools or capacity to navigate them. It can feel like we are being ‘controlled’ by our emotions. Emotions are the bodies way of communicating with us. When we don’t listen, they scream.
“But how do I listen to my emotions?”
We are often taught to cope or push our way through difficult emotions to ‘make it out on the other side.’ While resilience is incredibly valuable, what if I told you that wasn’t the only way?
What if, instead of resisting or pushing past, you could connect with your emotions—acknowledge them, understand them, and even transform them? What would happen if we offered our experiences and emotions compassion instead of resistance?
Energy cannot be destroyed, it can only be transformed— and emotions are energy.
When we approach our emotions with connection and compassion, they shift from being a burden to becoming a guide—a source of insight, growth, and, ultimately, empowerment.
My Therapeutic Approach
You are the expert in your own life. My intention as a therapist is to walk alongside you as a non-judgmental, collaborative, and compassionate guide, offering insights, tools, and support. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all type of thing—I will meet you where you are, pulling from different techniques and approaches that best fits your therapeutic goals.
We will move at a pace that feels right for you while always honoring your unique journey, goals, and needs; you are the one leading this journey.
Approaches I Use
Individual Psychology
Somatic Integration/Body-Based Interventions
Mindfulness
Lifespan Integration
Yoga (RYT-200)
Parts-Work (Internal Family Systems)
Trauma-Sensitive Interventions
Neurobiological Insights
Humor!
The approaches that are brought into your therapy session depend on YOU.
I will make suggestions but YOU get to determine what is the best fit for YOU!
Facts About Me!
I started going to therapy when I was 14 years old.
My dog, Ferguson, is my best friend in the whole entire world.
I learned how to downhill ski as an adult and I LOVE it.
I was born in Washington State and grew up in a VERY small town (my highschool graduating class was 32)
I identify as a semi-able-bodied, Norwegian, neurodivergent, bisexual individual.
Being creative and crafting is one of the things that brings me the most joy in life.
Education
B.S. in Psychology, Boise State University
M.A. in Counseling, Boise State University
Certification/Trainings
Colorado | Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC.0021272)
Idaho | Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC.8904)
Psychedelic Somatic Integrative Psychotherapist (PSIP)
Registered Yoga Teacher (200hr)
Psychological First Aid