
Information
- Accepting New Patients
- In Office Appointments
- Telehealth Appointments
Personal Bio
If you’ve been in therapy before and still feel stuck, you’re not alone. Many of the people I work with have tried other approaches without finding the relief they were hoping for. My goal is to offer something different—new perspectives, practical tools, and treatments that can help you move forward.
I primarily work with individuals experiencing trauma and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and I am trained in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold-standard treatment for OCD. Whether you’re struggling with intrusive thoughts, compulsions, the lasting effects of trauma, or patterns that seem impossible to break, I believe meaningful change is possible.
My style is probably best described as honest, conversational, and a little unconventional. I tend to be pretty frank because I want you to leave each session knowing how to challenge unhelpful thoughts instead of simply talking about them. I also use humor whenever it’s appropriate. Therapy often centers around some really heavy topics, and I believe it’s okay to laugh along the way. I don’t take myself too seriously, and I don’t expect our sessions to feel stiff or formal.
Our first appointment is as much about getting to know each other as it is about understanding why you’re seeking therapy. I want to learn what you’ve been through, what you’re hoping to accomplish, and whether I’m the right person to help you. I believe it’s important to be honest about that from the very beginning. My hope is that you’ll leave your first session feeling encouraged, knowing there’s a path forward, and feeling confident that you’re in the right place.
One of the things I hear most often from patients is that they feel relieved after meeting with me. Therapy doesn’t have to be awkward or intimidating. I want you to feel comfortable being yourself, and maybe even a little excited to come back and start doing the work together.
Outside of work, I’m endlessly fascinated by the human brain. I love reading nonfiction and learning about the strange and remarkable things our minds are capable of. When I’m not doing that, you’ll probably find me at barre class or creating French beaded flowers.
If there’s one thing I hope every patient remembers, it’s this:
Keep trying.
Healing isn’t always a straight line, and sometimes finding the right therapist or the right approach is what makes all the difference. If you’ve been searching for something that finally clicks, I’d love the opportunity to help.
Education
- Ball State University- 2007 Bachelor’s of Science Psychology and Criminal Justice
- Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis- 2009 Master’s of Science Clinical Rehabilitation Psychology
Certifications and Training
- Roy Kiessling EMDR Consulting Trained- 2018
- Buehler Institute- ongoing education and training in Sex Therapy
- Cognitive Behavior Institute Trained in Exposure and Response Prevention 2026
Workshops / Lectures / Publications
Provider Details
Treats patients ages 15 and up
Conditions
- Addiction & Recovery
- Addiction: Alcohol Use
- Addiction: Gambling
- Addiction: Substance Use
- Addiction: Technology & Internet
- ADHD
- ADHD & Neurodevelopment
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Anxiety & Phobias
- Bipolar Disorder
- Caregiver Stress
- Childhood & Attachment Trauma
- Chronic Illness & Pain
- Crisis Support
- Depression
- Depression & Mood
- Domestic Violence
- Emotional Abuse
- Emotional Regulation
- Family Conflict
- Family, Marriage, & Relationships
- Gender Identity
- Grief and Loss
- Identity & Inclusion
- LGBTQ+ Support
- Life Transitions
- Life Transitions
- Medical Trauma
- Nightmares
- OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)
- Panic Attacks & Panic Disorder
- Performance Anxiety (School, Work, Sports, etc.)
- Personal Growth
- Personality Disorders
- Phobias
- Relationship Issues
- Religious Trauma
- Self Esteem & Confidence Building
- Self-Harm
- Sexual Function & Performance
- Sexual Health & Wellness
- Sexual Health & Wellness
- Sexual Trauma
- Sleep Concerns
- Stress & Burnout
- Suicidal Ideation (without immediate intent or emergency risk)
- Trauma & Abuse
- Trauma & PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)
Treatments
PSYCHOTHERAPY (Therapy & Counseling)
- Individual
SPECIALIZED THERAPIES
- Cognitive Based Therapy (CBT)
- Exposure and Response Prevention
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Sexual Health Therapy
Rates
New Patient Evaluation: $225
Psychotherapy (follow-up) Appointments: $175
