Master's Degree: MA in School Counseling, The College of William & Mary M (2025)
Speciality/ Age Groups Treated: I love working with preschool and elementary-aged children and have some experience working with younger teens as well. I am trained in trauma-informed care and have experience working with clients with neurodiversities, particularly ADHD and autism spectrum disorder. As a former school counselor, I am also experienced in helping with school-based concerns and collaborating with school personnel to ensure we are working together in the best interest of each child.
Languages spoken: English, some Spanish
I have worked with kids for over 20 years as a school counselor, teacher, therapeutic mentor, CASA volunteer, and Smithsonian educator. Prior to coming to the Artful Life, I worked with kids in various roles in Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Buffalo, Ontario, Canada, and the beautiful North Shore here in Massachusetts. I graduated from the College of William & Mary with an M.Ed in School Counseling in 2025 and am thrilled to be pursuing my LMHC here at the Artful Life.
Our first session is all about the client! For our first few sessions, I will focus on getting to know you or your child, understanding your concerns and goals, answering questions you may have for me, and letting you know what to expect during our sessions and at the Artful Life. The first few sessions, especially with children, will usually center on building rapport and doing activities/art the child is interested in. For my 12 and under clients, my bucket of squishies usually helps ease any nerves right off the bat!
My approach is child/client-centered and individualized: what works will be different for each person, and the work we do together will be led by the client. I believe in meeting each client where they are, building a trusting relationship, and creating a space where clients feel safe to express themselves. I incorporate CBT techniques to help children understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected while taking a trauma-informed approach that recognizes each child's unique experiences and needs. I love seeing the various types of artwork kids create and what insight that art can offer into their thoughts and feelings.
I am a connoisseur of obese cats and went viral when adopting my first and second beloved chonky kitties. If you Google my name, you'll see what I mean!
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