Therapy is a unique and special type of relationship.  Being vulnerable with another person requires bravery, and I deeply value the trust that we develop over time through our work.  You are taking a courageous step forward in your healing process to make your first appointment!  

I earned my BA from Washington University in St. Louis, my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Louisville Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences, and completed my internship at the Vanderbilt Consortium for Professional Psychology.  I have been licensed in the state of Tennessee since 2005 and have over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. 

I spent the beginning of my career working for the Tennessee child welfare system, ensuring that children and families affected by the system were able to receive appropriate mental health services.  More recently, I have focused on the work I most enjoy:  Developing therapeutic relationships with people so that together, we can work toward your goals and symptom relief.