I believe every child has the capacity to heal and grow when they feel safe, understood, and accepted. My goal is to create a warm, playful, and supportive space where children, teens, and families can navigate life's challenges, strengthen relationships, and build confidence together.

I hold undergraduate degrees in Social Work and Psychology with a focus on social cognition research and am currently pursuing my Master's at the University of Georgia, with a concentration in clinical mental health practice. My training has spanned foster care, child advocacy, crisis intervention, and community mental health. 

I specialize in supporting children and families navigating:

* Anxiety and emotional regulation difficulties

* Trauma, grief, loss, and life transitions

* Blended or complex family dynamics and parenting challenges 

Ultimately, I enjoy helping youth build social skills, resilience, self-esteem, and healthy coping strategies. My approach is child-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed.  I believe play is a child's natural language and a powerful therapeutic tool for connection, expression, and healing. I strive to meet each child where they are developmentally while partnering closely with parents and caregivers to support meaningful growth both inside and outside the therapy room.

When I am not in the therapy room, you'll likely find me spending time with friends and family, exploring the outdoors with my dog, reading, or engaging in creative activities that inspire connection and play.

It is a privilege to walk alongside children and families during vulnerable seasons of life. I look forward to partnering with your family as you discover hope, healing, and meaningful growth together.