PhD, Counseling Psychology, Southern Illinois University Carbondale
MA, Counseling Psychology, Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Graduate Certificate – Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, Southern Illinois University Carbondale
BA, Psychology, Criminology & Law Studies, Marquette University
License and Certification
Licensed Psychologist, Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists, No. 37209
Approach to Therapy and Professional Interests
I take an overarching feminist and person-centered approach to therapy. I draw from relational-cultural therapy (RCT) and emotion-focused techniques. My interests include issues impacting women, identity development and expression, trauma and sexual assault, relationship issues, and family of origin concerns.
Approach to Supervision
I take a feminist approach in my supervision and clinical work, which can be strongly characterized by a focus on the relationship, culture, and power. I strive to empower supervisees to take ownership of their supervision and growth, and I enjoy walking alongside them on this journey. Supervisory sessions with me are often rich with discussions of culture, specifically with attention to our privileged identities. I believe cultural context is paramount to our understanding of ourselves as well as our clients. I focus supervision sessions on the supervisee as a whole person, not just a clinician, and conversations tend to be informal, genuine, reflective, and respectful. There is also usually a lot of laughter!
Personal Interests
When I’m not at work, I enjoy traveling, attending music festivals and concerts, eating cheese, working on puzzles, rooting for the Green Bay Packers, and spending time with friends, family, and my dog!