My Story

My clinical journey began nearly a decade ago working with cancer survivors, including pediatric cancer survivors and their families. Supporting individuals through life-altering diagnoses and recovery shaped my understanding of resilience, grief, trauma, and the strength of family systems.

From there, I transitioned to the St.Vincent Stress Center, where I worked primarily with high-acuity adolescents in PHP (Partial Hospitalization) and IOP (Intensive Outpatient) programs, as well as with the Youth Inpatient Unit Team. That experience deepened my skills in crisis stabilization, trauma-informed care, and working with complex emotional and behavioral needs.

I currently serve as a therapist at the Carmel Wellness Center, supporting Carmel public school employees and their families. Working within a school-connected community has given me firsthand insight into the pressures educators, parents, and students face today.

Personal Insight, Professional Experience

My personal story has been informed by loss and navigating the lifelong process that is grief. I’m no stranger to the struggles of mental health and how they can affect not only your own life but the lives of those around you. I’m also a mom to three sons—two in their 20s and a current high schooler. I understand what high school feels like, not just for students, but for parents navigating academics, social pressures, mental health concerns, and the ever-changing teenage landscape. This lived experience deeply informs my work and helps me connect with those I work with in a practical, compassionate way.

In addition to working with individuals and families, I specialize in supporting adults in midlife and women experiencing peri/menopause. Many of these clients are parenting adolescents and young adults, which often creates overlap between identity shifts, hormonal changes, family transitions, and evolving roles. I love women navigate this stage with clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.