Growing up, my mom and I would visit Appalachian State University to see the Mountaineers. The love she and I shared for Boone led me to complete my Bachelor of Social Work at Appalachian State. While obtaining my undergraduate, I gained diverse experience working with youth in summer camps, afterschool programs, while also providing personalized therapy to children on the Autism Spectrum. I was an intern at Oasis inc., where I dedicated myself to supporting adults experience intimate partner and sexual violence through education, outreach, and advocacy.  

I earned my Master of Social Work from UNC-Chapel Hill, where I supported at-risk children and families through Family Centered Treatment. My work centered on preventing out-of-home placement by providing parents and their children skills to promote and maintain change. 

I am currently pursuing licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a certification as a Registered Play Therapist (RPT)

Areas of Focus

• Children & Teens: My approach with children and teens focuses on helping them express their emotions and build confidence in ways that feel natural and authentic to who they are. We work together on challenges related to school, relationships, and emotion regulation. I value parent involvement, as working together helps children feel supported and helps parents feel more confident in supporting their child.

• Adults: I work with adults to process past and present experiences that have shaped who they are today. Together, we focus on understanding and expressing emotions, working through self-doubt and negative thought patterns, and building confidence. I also offer parent support to help caregivers feel more supported and confident in supporting their child.

• Safe and Sound: A listening therapy that uses specially filtered music to help calm the nervous system and interrupt the fight-or-flight response, promoting emotional regulation, stronger connections, and an increased sense of safety.

  
  

Clinical Expertise & Support

I am qualified to treat a variety of mental health conditions and help individuals navigate complex life challenges, including:

• Anxiety and Adjustment Disorders

• Depression and Mood Disorders

• ADHD and Executive Functioning deficits

• Suicide Assessment, Intervention, and Prevention

• Stress Management and Self-Esteem

• Relationship Difficulties and Women’s Issues

• Life and Career Transitions

• Trauma-Informed Care

• Social Skills and Emotion Regulation

Therapeutic Approach

I utilize several evidence-based modalities to help you reach your personal goals:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

• Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

• Strengths-Based Therapy

• Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) (for younger children)

• Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP)

• Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

I am passionate about helping adults, children, and families feel empowered to explore and express their emotions in ways that feel safe, healthy, and authentic. I strive to create an inclusive and affirming space where people of all identities feel welcomed and supported. My hope is to help individuals feel more connected to themselves and to build deeper, more meaningful relationships with the people who matter most in their lives.