Choosing a therapist is an important step, and it’s natural to want someone with both the training and the heart to walk alongside you. I bring over 15 years of experience as a licensed psychotherapist, with deep specialization in trauma-informed care, somatic healing, and shame resiliency work.
Licensure & Education
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- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – Arizona Board of Behavioral Health
- Master of Social Work (MSW) – Arizona State University
- Specialization: Child Welfare
- Emphasis: Policy, Administration and Community
- Bachelor of Arts in Social Philosophy and Psychology – Marquette University
Specialized Certifications & Training
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- Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) – Completed through the Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute, this training supports clients in resolving trauma gently and effectively by working with the body’s nervous system.
- Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator (CDWF) – Based on the work of Dr. Brené Brown, The Daring Way™ is a framework for building shame resilience and developing the courage to live, love, and lead with authenticity.
- Compassionate Bereavement Care® (CBC) – A specialized approach to grief that offers nonjudgmental, trauma-informed support for those navigating both death-related and non-death losses.
- Resiliency & Regulation – Certificate training focused on supporting developmental trauma and nurturing the body’s capacity for self-regulation and safety.
- DARe Levels 1 & 2 (Dynamic Attachment Repatterning experience) – Attachment-focused training that helps clients understand and shift relational patterns rooted in early developmental experiences.
Professional Memberships
My credentials reflect not only formal education, but a continued commitment to understanding trauma, nervous system healing, grief, and resilience from every angle including the body, mind, and spirit. This foundation helps me tailor our work to fit your needs and create a safe, informed space for meaningful growth.