I’ve been seeing clients since 2013, and absolutely love this work. I’m a lifelong learner and strive to bring fresh ideas into the therapeutic space. Outside the therapy office I’m married, I’m a mom of a wonderful kiddo who happens to be medically complex, and I am interested in all things creative. I’ll be real with you in the our therapeutic work - not a silent, cold observer - but a warm, caring support who will be there to encourage as well as challenge you in constructive ways.
The best way to learn about therapy is to email or call to start the process of getting know each other. I'd be happy to answer any questions you might have about what therapy might look like and the techniques that I use. I truly care about my clients and would be honored to work with you or your family.
Areas of focus
Improving your relationship with the inevitable uncertainty of life
Anxiety, stress, and panic symptoms
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (ERP, ACT, and CBT skills)
Depression, lack of energy
Mindfulness & self-compassion
Narrative Therapy (esp. deconstructing toxic dominant narratives like racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, etc.)
Trauma work (EMDR, IFS, Lifespan Integration)
Relationship improvement, healthy communication skills, parenting (EFT, NVC, Siegel, Hand in Hand)
Support through life transitions, grief
Building desired habits and routines that help you live a life you value
Chronic illness, parents of chronically ill children
Bringing back creativity, joy, zest for life
Education
M.S. Psychology - Marriage and Family Therapy, Seattle Pacific University
M.S. Biology, University of Bonn, Germany
B.S. Biochemistry, University of Washington
B.S. Biology, University of Washington
AFFILIATIONS
Member of the American Association of Marriage & Family Therapists (AAMFT)
Member of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF)
Certification and Training
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, License #LF60765457, Washington State
Narrative Therapy Focus at SPU Graduate School
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Training
Emotionally Focused Therapy Externship
Lifespan Integration Level 1
Health at Every Size
EMDR Parts 1 & 2 (EMDR Consulting, EMDRIA-Approved, 40 Hours Training + 10 Hours Consultation)
IFS Online Circle Program (40 Hours)
Bruce Hersey’s IFS for EMDR Therapists
IFS 20 Hour Live Virtual Experiential - 20 Hours - NACHAS Consulting
Anxiety Certification Course: Integrate CBT and Exposure & Response Prevention for Treatment of GAD, Panic Disorder, OCD, Social Anxiety, & Phobias - Kimberly Morrow, LCSW & Elizabeth DuPont Spencer, M.S.W., LCSW
4 Day Intensive Workshop: Exposure and Response Therapy for OCD, Cognitive Behavioral Institute
I receive regular ongoing consultation for the use of Exposure & Response Prevention + CBT + ACT to treat OCD symptoms