About Me
The longest-running studies on happiness reveal that our biggest regrets aren’t about careers or possessions—they’re about the experiences we have with ourselves, our communities, and with the people who matter.
I am a licensed psychotherapist with over a decade of clinical experience treating individuals, couples, families, and groups. In addition to my private practice, I serve on staff at a rural health clinic treating patients of all ages who face severe mental health challenges. I am also a crisis consultant for schools and workplaces navigating a sudden death or other traumatic events.
My background includes extensive work with complex and highly specialized populations, including survivors of human trafficking, sex workers, runaway and abducted youth, and expectant mothers. Navigating these high-intensity environments laid a strong foundation for my clinical work, instilling a deep respect for human resilience and the necessity of skilled, steady intervention.
My professional path began in wellness, where I first trained and became certified in massage therapy. This early focus on the body shaped how I approach psychotherapy today; understanding the interplay between your physiology and emotional well-being is a core element of our work together.
I hold a Bachelor of Social Work from Hawaiʻi Pacific University and a Master of Social Work from the University of Chicago.
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What is it like working with you?
Getting on the phone is the first step in seeing whether we might be a good fit. Choosing a therapist—whether for yourself, your child, or your family—isn’t a simple decision, and the uncertainty you may feel is part of the process. Trepidation, hope, fear of disappointment, and excitement are all normal.
Good therapy is a collaboration, not a one-sided process. It asks both of us to work—sometimes in ways that feel unfamiliar or even uncomfortable—to uncover patterns that keep you stuck and explore new ways of relating. When I work with children or teens, I invite the family into the process, because change often happens fastest when we can see and shift those patterns together.
What are your fees?
Do you take insurance?
In Utah, I currently accept BCBS. I accept Aetna for group therapy clients only. In California, I currently accept Anthem Blue Cross and Aetna insurance plans. My direct pay fee is $150 for an hour session. Group sessions cost $60. If you would like to work with me and are unable to cover the fee, please contact me to discuss sliding scale options.
If you have an insurance plan that offers out-of-network benefits (in general, a PPO), my biller can verify your benefits, submit claims to your insurance company, and help you receive reimbursements for therapy.