As a therapist at A Balanced Life, I believe healing happens through connection, compassion, and a strengths-based approach that honors each person’s unique story. I provide a safe, supportive space where individuals, couples, and families can navigate challenges, build resilience, and create meaningful change. My experience includes working with military populations, individuals affected by substance use, trauma, and domestic violence, as well as people with developmental and intellectual disabilities and their support systems. Grounded in the values of social work, I recognize the important role that relationships, family dynamics, and community play in overall well-being.

Using evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I work collaboratively with clients to develop practical tools, strengthen coping skills, improve relationships, and support lasting growth and recovery. Seeking support is a courageous step. Whether you are beginning therapy or continuing your personal growth journey, I am honored to walk alongside you as you build a healthier, more fulfilling life.

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I, like many, moved here in my twenties with my skis and a Subaru. I have now lived and participated in the North Tahoe community for 18 years and I like to consider myself experienced in mountain town life. From a life pursuing competitive skiing, my growth into adulthood brought a new desire for purpose, one that I now share with this community in the therapeutic environment. I earned my Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Nevada, Reno, and I look forward to serving Truckee-Tahoe as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I have experienced the difficulty that can come in search for the right therapist, and I understand that your life and your time are of immense value.

I provide therapy for teens and adults, individuals, couples and families. Struggles and transitions are inherent parts of life, but also do not come with instructions or understanding. As trite as it sounds, you don’t know until you know. I lean into Existential Therapy practices to help understanding while being open to client needs.

The key to a successful therapeutic relationship is the one we build as therapist and client and is evidence based as foundational to positive outcomes. I strive to build trust and understanding in an open and nonjudgmental space bringing empathy, education and a little humor. I have a unique background, experienced in lifestyles more common to our little corner of the world.

If you’re ready to get started, I always offer a 15-min consult (if desired) to see if we are a good fit. I’d love to help you or a member of your family get the help they need to live better.

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My approach is empathetic, compassionate, and strengths-based, rooted in the belief that healing and growth take shape when we can explore our inner world with curiosity and kindness. I support clients in bringing new insights into conscious awareness, understanding their emotional and cognitive patterns, and finding the motivation and tools needed to create meaningful change. My work is grounded in evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Art Therapy. With over 10 years of experience, I support both teens and adults as they navigate life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, and depression. I strive to

create a safe, nonjudgmental, and collaborative therapeutic environment where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered. My work focuses on helping individuals deepen their understanding of themselves and the systems they move through, building resilience and confidence along the way. Together, we examine the underlying thoughts, beliefs, and narratives shaping daily life; identify internal strengths and coping strategies; and develop new resources to foster healing, growth, and self-efficacy. My goal is to collaborate with clients as they reconnect with their capacity for insight, compassion, creativity, and meaningful transformation.

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I believe healing begins the moment we feel truly seen and accepted. My journey started in schools, where I saw firsthand how children use play and art to process their world when words aren’t enough. Today, I bring that same approach to my work with children, utilizing play to help them navigate their environment and build the skills they need to regulate their emotions.

For teenagers, I provide a collaborative space to navigate the profound changes of adolescence. I partner with teens to build self-esteem and a clear sense of identity, helping them move toward independence with confidence. Simultaneously, I work with families to replace power struggles with mutual respect through a gentle parenting framework—ensuring children feel heard while retaining their power to choose.

When working with adults, my approach is strengths-based and person-centered. My experience in re-entry advocacy reinforced my belief in human resilience and the necessity of a non-judgmental ear. I specialize in helping clients manage anxiety and depression by uncovering their innate strengths and building practical coping strategies.

As an MSW intern, I am supervised by licensed clinicians and draw from CBT, DBT mindfulness skills, and Trauma-Informed Care to provide a well-rounded, evidence-based experience for every client I serve.

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Change—whether anticipated or sudden—can feel destabilizing. It can bring grief, uncertainty, or a loss of connection to oneself. Many people find themselves stuck, unsure of how to move forward after a pivotal event. Whether you’re navigating a major life transition, processing trauma, or struggling with identity shifts, I strive to help clients bridge the gap between where they are and where they want to be.

I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families who are integrating significant life events—experiences that have disrupted their sense of self or stability. My approach combines evidence-based techniques, including mindfulness and somatic experiencing, with depth-oriented tools like dream work and Sand Tray therapy. Therapy is a space to explore the emotions beneath the surface and to reconnect with your inner wisdom and resilience.

I reference Attachment Theory, Internal Family Systems, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) principles to help clients regulate emotions, strengthen relationships, and regain clarity during times of change. As a queer therapist, I am committed to providing an affirming space for the LGBTQ+ community, particularly those navigating identity-related transitions or seeking healing in relationships.

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