I come from a family breaking cycles of generational trauma. And it's not easy. I get it - I've seen the pain and loss that comes from experiencing the things no one should have to experience. The guilt and self-blame that rides shotgun every day of your life. I got into this work because I'm tired of seeing trauma steal people's lives. Trauma has already taken enough time from you, the buck stops here. I'm passionate about this work because I've seen people change their life with a commitment to change and the scary decision to embrace their vulnerability. There's no feeling like watching that light bulb go off. The one that helps a person realize that they're not a victim of their past, they're a badass whose survived the worst. And will keep on surviving, and maybe even help others do the same. I'm good at this work because I'm empathetic and nonjudgmental. But more than that, I'm honest, even when it's hard. I'll challenge you to engage with your life again. I'll ask you to think about the hard stuff and trust that you'll make it through the other side. I'm not just a therapist. I'm a cheerleader and a supporter - I'll hold hope when life feels impossible. ​​​​