My path toward becoming a therapist was born from a deep, personal understanding of what it means to navigate a world that doesn’t always feel built for you. Growing up in a home shaped by physical disability, family addictions, and mental health struggles, I learned early on that life is as beautiful as it is messy. These experiences gave me a unique lens—one rooted in genuine empathy and a love for the resilience we all carry. I am proud of the work I’ve done to find my own center. By learning how to calm my nervous system, set healthy boundaries, and choose my own well-being, I’ve discovered how to turn overwhelming chaos into a life of clarity and calm.

While my formal training began at Michigan State University, my real expertise comes from years of showing up for my community in diverse ways. Whether I am coaching my children’s sports teams, supporting students in crisis as a school social worker, or helping couples and parents navigate their most difficult seasons in private practice, I am committed to building meaningful relationships. I have spent the last decade working across all disability areas—including Autism, ADHD, anxiety, and depression—and I have seen first-hand that for real change to happen, we have to look at the whole person.

Beyond the titles we hold or the challenges we face, there is a core human commonality that connects us all. We all need to feel seen, to find our footing, and to experience a sense of peace. In this space, you aren't a diagnosis or a checklist; you are a person doing the best you can in a chaotic world. I believe that regardless of what role you play—parent, partner, or professional—you deserve a place to find balance as a human first.