I am inspired and humbled by the stories of people's lives - and I'm here to help when life gets challenging. If you're in the midst of a life transition or are feeling directionless - we can explore purpose. If life seems too hectic or feels increasingly hopeless - we'll work together to identify the underlying issue and explore solutions. If it feels like you and your teenager are stuck or if the relationship between your spouse/partner is a source of stress - we can work on communication. When you’re feeling overwhelmed and aren't sure how things can change, I can help.I believe that by strengthening our own identities, we strengthen our relationships and our communities. As a strengths-based therapist, I believe we each can improve our lives by identifying our unique strengths and putting them to use. As a relational therapist, I believe relationships are foundational to our lives (family, friends, coworkers, ourselves) - often the cause of life’s struggles, relationships also are paths to creating greater happiness. Each of us is on a unique journey. I embrace what makes you unique (including your ethnicity, nationality, religion/faith tradition, gender, and/or orientation) and I believe that if you’re willing to engage with therapy, we can create lasting, positive change in your life.========================Summary of Experience• Broad range of experiences which include clinical, teaching, and leadership roles; clinical supervision and consultation of graduate/undergraduate interns and new professionals seeking MFT licensure, university teaching, community trainings, program development, and team building• 17 years as a professional in higher education: teaching, advising, training, and coaching• 10 years in family therapy: working with families and individuals managing mental health, homelessness, trauma, and adjustment to typical developmental stages• Grounded in systemic/relational approaches that respect the equity and diversity of all people. A belief that relational therapy improves the lives of individuals and families with an end-goal of strengthening communities