Healing and Growth through Relational Connection

Healing and growth occur within relationships that feel safe, respectful, compassionate, and connected. I am committed to providing evidence-informed and personalized care to support your therapy goals. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with diverse professional expertise, educational training, and life experience.

I am uniquely credentialed with a Master of Social Work from The University of Georgia and Master of Divinity from Candler School of Theology at Emory University. I am extensively trained and experienced in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), have completed training as a Certified Attachment and Personality Patterns Specialist (CAPPS), completed Levels 1 and 2 of Gottman Method Couples therapy, and have over 20 years of training and experience with skills of effective parenting.

My therapeutic approach is trauma-informed, and I prioritize creating an environment where you feel safe and can explore your story with openness and curiosity. Each session is designed to meet your unique needs, whether you are seeking a safe place to explore evidence-based practice through the lens of your faith, striving to be the best parent you can be, building skills as a couple, coping with unexpected stressors, processing church hurt, or looking for a capable guide to support personal growth through life transitions. 

My specialties include:

• Supporting parents with children of all ages and stages as they learn skills and strategies to reduce conflict and build connective respectful relationships in the home.
• Guiding couples to replace ineffective habits and behaviors with skills of connection, trust, healthy conflict resolution, effective problem-solving, and shared dreams.
• Providing safe space for adolescents to develop a value-driven path toward adulthood as they explore their identity, navigate complex social situations, and identify personal goals with a realistic plan to reach those goals.
• Walking with persons who want to explore their faith through study, spiritual practices, and reflective conversation; including those who want a safe place to process church hurt.