Education and Licensure
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist – State of Minnesota #4668
- Licensed Teacher – State of Minnesota #424094
- Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy – Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Bachelor of Arts in Visual Art Education K-12 – Bethel University, Saint Paul, Minnesota
Professional Experience
I have worked with children, adolescents, and families in a variety of settings, including:
- Bridging Hope Counseling, Rogers, MN – 3 years as an outpatient therapist supporting children (Ages 5 and up), teens, adults, couples and families in an office setting.
- Complementary Support Services, Minneapolis MN – 2 years as a CTSS and ARMHS practitioner, supporting children, teens and adults in home and community-based settings.
- Wayzata and Anoka-Hennepin Schools, Multiple Cities-Before becoming a therapist, I worked in education as a licensed K–12 Visual Arts teacher and substitute teacher. These experiences gave me insight into the challenges students, families, and educators face in school settings, and I bring that understanding into my work with children, teens, and parents today.
This combination of clinical and educational experience allows me to approach therapy with creativity, patience, and a deep respect for each person’s unique story.
Continuing Education and Professional Development
I actively pursue continuing education to stay current in the field and meet Minnesota Board of Marriage and Family Therapy’s CEU requirements (40 hours bi-annually). Recent areas of focus include:
- Cultural Competency in Behavioral Health
- Trauma-informed care
- Clinical entrepreneurship and practice development
- Imposter Syndrome/Self-Esteem
- Parenting and Family Dynamics