My Story
Why Play Therapy?
I love this work because children are resilient! Just as a child's broken bone would heal faster than an adults, their emotional healing can also be on the fast-track. Therapeutic support during their sensitive years can make a lasting impact on the rest of their lives.
Why Parent Consultations?
Honestly, I started learning about parenting theories and suggestions to try to make my own life better. No one parents perfectly, and yet we live daily with thinking, "I should be a better parent." Instead of reading all the parenting books out there (and going crazy in the process), come see me. I have some tips and tools that have helped parents tremendously. Each family is different, so every solution is going to be different. If your seeking support in the first place, you're on the right track.
Why Hokomi Therapy for adults?
While I was getting my Master's Degree at Naropa University in Wilderness Therapy, students were required to see their own therapist during their studies. I spent months looking for the right therapist. When I finally found a Hokomi therapist, I realized this was the only therapy that worked for me. Since completing the 2 year Hokomi Comprehensive Training, I now understand how Hokomi can not only heal physical body pains and emotional wounds, but transform them into our strengths.
Why Outdoor Therapy?
I realized when I hiked the entire Appalachian Train in my 20s, that people open up more when moving in nature. Afterwards, I worked in North Carolina with "At Risk" boys in wilderness therapy programs. I was a grief counselor for Outward Bound teens. I have experience backpacking for weeks with 10 year old girls at the Women's Wilderness Institute. After these trips, the integration back into everyday life seemed to be the hardest part of the entire experience for everyone. I realized I wanted to work with individual clients outside, so that "nature" is not only a far off backpacking experience. My clients experience nature intertwined with healing. Eventually, they can turn towards nature instead of a therapist for support.
Education Background
I graduated from Oberlin College with a B.A. in Art History because I was fascinated with how people over time expressed themselves. In 2010, I graduated with a Masters Degree from Naropa University in Transpersonal Psychology with a Concentration in Wilderness Therapy. I have trainings in Synergetic Play Therapy, Grief Work, Gestalt Therapy, Mindfulness Practices, and Hokomi Therapy.
Random Personal Things
I have a 7 year old daughter, a brindle dog, and I live in co-housing in Lyons, CO. I teach Creative Movement for 3-7 year olds. I have danced NIA for over 10 years. I also love drinking hot tea, jaw dropping beats, finding sacred nature spots, contra dancing, and eating with my hands.
I love this work because children are resilient! Just as a child's broken bone would heal faster than an adults, their emotional healing can also be on the fast-track. Therapeutic support during their sensitive years can make a lasting impact on the rest of their lives.
Why Parent Consultations?
Honestly, I started learning about parenting theories and suggestions to try to make my own life better. No one parents perfectly, and yet we live daily with thinking, "I should be a better parent." Instead of reading all the parenting books out there (and going crazy in the process), come see me. I have some tips and tools that have helped parents tremendously. Each family is different, so every solution is going to be different. If your seeking support in the first place, you're on the right track.
Why Hokomi Therapy for adults?
While I was getting my Master's Degree at Naropa University in Wilderness Therapy, students were required to see their own therapist during their studies. I spent months looking for the right therapist. When I finally found a Hokomi therapist, I realized this was the only therapy that worked for me. Since completing the 2 year Hokomi Comprehensive Training, I now understand how Hokomi can not only heal physical body pains and emotional wounds, but transform them into our strengths.
Why Outdoor Therapy?
I realized when I hiked the entire Appalachian Train in my 20s, that people open up more when moving in nature. Afterwards, I worked in North Carolina with "At Risk" boys in wilderness therapy programs. I was a grief counselor for Outward Bound teens. I have experience backpacking for weeks with 10 year old girls at the Women's Wilderness Institute. After these trips, the integration back into everyday life seemed to be the hardest part of the entire experience for everyone. I realized I wanted to work with individual clients outside, so that "nature" is not only a far off backpacking experience. My clients experience nature intertwined with healing. Eventually, they can turn towards nature instead of a therapist for support.
Education Background
I graduated from Oberlin College with a B.A. in Art History because I was fascinated with how people over time expressed themselves. In 2010, I graduated with a Masters Degree from Naropa University in Transpersonal Psychology with a Concentration in Wilderness Therapy. I have trainings in Synergetic Play Therapy, Grief Work, Gestalt Therapy, Mindfulness Practices, and Hokomi Therapy.
Random Personal Things
I have a 7 year old daughter, a brindle dog, and I live in co-housing in Lyons, CO. I teach Creative Movement for 3-7 year olds. I have danced NIA for over 10 years. I also love drinking hot tea, jaw dropping beats, finding sacred nature spots, contra dancing, and eating with my hands.
