BIO:

I am a nonbinary multicultural trans veteran intern therapist at Heartfelt Mental Health. Pursuing my master's in counseling with a specialization in art therapy.

I practice from an intersectional, social advocacy, anti-oppressive, shame free lens treating individuals and couples.  

I prioritize establishing a compassionate and empathetic connection with my clients, ensuring that their healing journey is centered on their needs and experiences. 

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Art and My Approach

Having lived through the struggles and inequities of existing in rural America. 
I have seen the cycle of abuse manifest itself throughout my communities and the harms it has caused myself and others. Processing my many traumatic experiences has led me to a career as a therapist. This informs my compassionate approach to therapy and ways I hold space for clients, through a client-centered and humanistic lens. 

I use the expressive and communicative qualities of art therapy to guide individuals in processing conflict, enhance their social skills, manage their behavior, reduce stress, building self-confidence and self-awareness. Art therapy helps individuals to gain insights into themselves and their lived experiences.

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Advocacy

First, I want to recognize we are on unceded Indigenous lands of The Duwamish People. Furthermore, I work tirelessly to illuminate the systemic injustices faced by every marginalized group. I believe in the right to equity and the expression of anger derived from places of oppression. I posture my values towards decolonizing mental health spaces.

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After work

I enjoy being outdoors, around friends and family, and socializing. You can catch me dancing at a music festival or expressing creativity through any means possible. Swimming in the nearest body of water, on a paddle board, or chasing waterfalls is where I not only live but thrive!