With over twenty-five years of experience as a healthcare practitioner, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals and families thrive. My approach is creative and holistic, and I intuitively bring an integrated perspective to my work.
Clients describe me as an insightful communicator, a compassionate space holder, and an enthusiastic cheerleader for change—often all at once!
My style is direct yet collaborative, playful yet professional. I’ll challenge you to step outside your comfort zone (because that is where the growth happens) and support you through the process, making sure to find joy and laughter along the way.
My Professional Background
My professional journey began at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where I earned my degree in occupational therapy (OT). Early in my career, I had the privilege of working with Sheila Frick, a pioneer in OT practice. In 1999, I co-founded Integrated Development Services (IDS), a multidisciplinary clinic offering therapy services for children with autism in Wisconsin and Minnesota.
Alongside my work as an OT, between 2004 and 2008, I pursued my passion for mind-body wellness by becoming an RYA-200 certified yoga instructor and co-founding Move Out Loud Studio, where I taught yoga, dance, and creative movement education to children of all abilities.
In 2011, I became certified in Pat Ogden’s Sensorimotor Psychotherapy for the Treatment of Trauma, and in 2023, I completed level one training in Brainspotting, a revolutionary way to process trauma. Both of these experiences added to my expertise in trauma-informed care.
More recently, I co-created and co-authored 1-2-3 RESET™, a trauma-sensitive approach to behavioral intervention built upon the guiding principles of connection, regulation, and empowerment. This framework was written specifically with educators and children in mind, though its principles are applicable to all ages and abilities.
I am currently pursuing a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at St. Mary’s University of Minnesota, with plans to graduate in the summer of 2025.
Fun Facts
- Personality Type: INFJ-A, Enneagram 3w2, pitta-vata, Aquarius, oldest child, extroverted introvert
- Hobbies: Creating, reading, dancing, kayaking, hiking, skiing, surfing (common theme = no hand-eye coordination required)
- Dislikes: Scary movies, loud environments, and gluten (all make me unwell)
- Happiness Boosters: Conversations with friends, delicious food, and cozying up with heavy blanks and oversized pillows
- Heroes: Jane Goodall, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Mr. Rogers; the poets Emily Dickinson, Maya Angelou, and Andrea Gibson
- Special Interests: I have a deep understanding of and personal insight into diverse identities and relationship structures
- Personal Life: I have raised four kids, founded five companies, and parented three dogs and thousands of bees—not much intimidates me 🙂
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