About Me
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I’m an artist and art therapist based in Oregon, where I live with my daughter and spouse. As a therapist, I bring my whole heart into the work I do. I truly care about the people I work with, and I strive to create a space where clients feel seen, supported, and empowered through the healing process of art and connection.
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Outside of my professional life, I’m someone who values authenticity, humor, and deep relationships. I love spending time with close friends and chosen family, whether it’s sharing a laugh, hiking through forested trails, or breathing in the salty air of the Oregon coast. When I get a quiet moment to myself, you’ll likely find me curled up with a romantic-fantasy novel.
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Above all, I believe in showing up as my genuine self—in life, in therapy, and in art.
​Articles/Publications:
- January 2023, "Dating When You Have an Eating Disorder: What You Need to Know," interview for ClubMental, written by Emily Laurence
- July 2020, "Prosocial Behaviours in a Creative Arts Day Camp for Children With and Without Special Needs: A Mixed-Methods Study," published in the Canadian Journal of Counselling & Psychotherapy (Vol. 54, No. 3), co-authored with Dr. Laura Beer and Dr. Mary Andrus
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Credentials:
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Oregon, #C5953
- Licensed Certified Art Therapist (LCAT) in Oregon, #10209317
- Board-Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) nationally, #20-017