Sometimes it’s hard to find the words to talk about things. And that’s okay! Art therapy provides a unique opportunity to talk when you want to, and to use other means of expressing yourself when words don’t feel like they are enough. As an art therapist, I recognize that everyone has their own language and ways of processing things and I am here to provide you with the space and the materials to tell your story the way that you want to. The process of making art and engaging with your creative side can be a really powerful and helpful way to explore things that are going on in your life, and to help you find moments of insight, clarity, and peace. 

I work with preschool-aged kids to teens from a person-centered approach, which means that I believe and respect that every person has innate strength, wisdom, and a capacity for growth inside of them. I use a collaborative approach to therapy where the therapist and the client work together to determine goals for therapy and we can work towards them at a pace and in a way that feels good to you. I have previous experience working with adults, teens, and children seeking therapy for a broad range of reasons, including trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, identity exploration, emotional and behavioral struggles, family conflict, or adjusting to life stressors. I have a MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a postgraduate certificate in Expressive Arts Therapy from Prescott College. I also have a BA in psychology and studio art from Houghton College. I am under the supervision of a board certified art therapist and am working towards my own ATR credential.