About 

My approach is integrated, heavily based in motivational interviewing, and incorporates DBT principles. I incorporate a trauma informed, person centered, strengths based, and solution focused approach into my practice. I utilize interventions from various approaches and evidence-based practices which I will tailor to everyone's needs. When treating co-occurring disorders, my goal is to understand the nature of the relationship between these conditions and take an integrated approach in treating them. I believe relapse prevention and intervention requires taking a closer look at what works and what doesn't for each individual. In some cases, interrupting the cycle of relapse is just a matter of having the right tools, in other cases you may have the tools but not know how to effectively use them.

As a young adult I completed several Outward Bound courses and received a B.A in Art. These experiences are the source of my appreciation for experiential and expressive therapies today. My degree in art laid the foundation for my value of creative therapies.

Although personal experience does not dictate my practice, I credit my personal experience as the source of inspiration, foundation, and the avenue that led me to this field of work. My motivation and drive first came when I was exposed to the disparity between mental health and addiction treatment. It was this awareness, in addition to my fascination with mental health and the complexities of addiction, that led me to my passion to contribute to the improvement and growth of the treatment field.