Meet Our Team

Our team works to ensure that you and your family thrive and have the mental clarity you’ve always desired and deserved. We ensure quality treatment is being provided by investing in all of our therapists to be trauma informed and equipped with continuous training in many evidenced-based treatment practices, in order to provide each one of you healing and hope for a better tomorrow. We look forward to meeting you. Stay Kind Omaha!

My approach is warm, encouraging, and solution focused. While we will explore the experiences and patterns that have shaped you, I also believe in helping you identify your strengths, develop practical skills, and create meaningful change in the present. I strive to help clients gain confidence, improve emotional regulation, strengthen relationships, and move toward the future they want.

I take a holistic view of wellness, recognizing that mental health is connected to every area of life - including physical health, relationships, purpose, finances, spirituality, and personal values. I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and have extensive experience helping individuals build coping skills, navigate difficult emotions, and heal from trauma.

Seeking support is a courageous first step, and I would be honored to walk alongside you as you pursue healing, growth, and lasting change.

I believe in the power of collaboration and connection with a caring person to get through these phases of life. It will be important for you to find someone who listens well, helps you feel safe, and works with you to find solutions. I am ready to be that person for you or your loved ones!

I have experience providing outpatient therapy to adults with various multicultural backgrounds who were living with stress due to life events, frequent worries, negative feelings about themselves, and unwelcomed changes in mood or behavior.  I have treated anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, disordered eating and other issues stemming from trauma. I practice a collaborative client-centered approach to counseling with integrated trauma-informed evidence-based interventions that I will be happy to share more about. I received my masters in mental health counseling from the University of Nebraska, Omaha and my bachelor’s in psychology from the University of Montana.

I hope we get a chance to meet!

Life can be challenging at times and I’m passionate about providing a space where you feel empowered to take the next step in your journey. I focus on fostering a therapeutic space that is welcoming, authentic, compassionate, and collaborative that supports whole-person healing.

During my downtime I enjoy spending time with my husband and our Beagle, Millie, as well as our friends and family. I love to be outdoors and stay active through walking, biking, or playing pickleball or golf. I also enjoy game nights with the family and finding new experiences and adventures.

I look forward to working with you and helping you navigate life's transitions and experiences.

I am trained in and specialize in Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I specialize with perinatal mood disorders, trauma, anxiety disorders, depression and mood disorders, and co-occurring substance abuse issues as a dual-licensed provider. I am always looking to stay up to date on research and trainings in order to provide the best care possible.  

I value building authentic relationships by collaborating with clients to help them reach their goals and discover fulfillment in their lives. I utilize a strength based approach and focus on working alongside individuals to meet them where they are at. I believe therapy should be a safe space where people feel comfortable to challenge themselves. In my down time I enjoy spending time with my family, working on my goal to visit every U.S. National Park, and relaxing with my cat Harley.

“Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times if only one remembers to turn on the light” ~ Albus Dumbledore

As an EMDR trained therapist, I integrate Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and attachment-focused interventions. My approach is grounded in a trauma-informed understanding of how past experiences shape our beliefs about ourselves, our relationships, and the world around us. Together, we explore the patterns, experiences, and core beliefs that may be keeping you stuck while building the skills and insight needed to move toward healing and growth.

I value authenticity, transparency, compassion, and collaboration in the therapeutic relationship. Whether you are processing trauma, navigating relationship challenges, healing attachment wounds, managing anxiety, or working through a major life transition, my goal is to help you develop a deeper understanding of yourself, strengthen your resilience, and create lasting change that feels aligned with who you are and who you want to become.

I utilize a variety of evidence-based approaches in my therapeutic practice, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), and Perinatal Mental Health interventions. My overall goal is to meet each individual where they are and tailor sessions to their unique needs through a person-centered approach.

I also have experience supporting mothers and their newborns through challenges related to postpartum depression, lactation, attachment, and the transition into parenthood. I am passionate about helping families strengthen connection, understanding, and emotional well-being during these important stages of life.

One of my favorite aspects of being a therapist is witnessing clients recognize their own strengths and resilience. My role is not to tell individuals who they should be or what they need to do, but to walk alongside them with support, compassion, and unconditional positive regard. I truly value the opportunity to connect with people from all walks of life, and I believe therapy is a collaborative journey where growth and healing happen for both the client and therapist alike.

Meeting people where they are is a high priority for me and my goal is to make sure that each time you step into my office, you walk out feeling heard, validated, and empowered to conquer the hard things you are facing.

I love all things pink and sparkly, and attitude is everything! I am originally from upstate NY and knew at the age of 14, after watching the movie Lean on Me, that I wanted to help kids that were affected by situations beyond their control. Originally, I thought I would do this by becoming a teacher. Then I realized being a therapist would provide an opportunity for me to reach kids in a variety of settings. After graduating from Tennessee Temple University in 2000, I moved to Nebraska, where I met and married my husband. I received my Masters in Counseling from Grace University in 2008. My husband and I own a traditional Korean Martial Arts school and I teach Little Dragons, ages 4-8, all about the importance of staying active, showing respect for their parents and authority figures, and how to defend themselves against bullies. I have a large extended family and enjoy spending time with them, going on road trips, finding cute coffee shops, and meeting new people. Yes, I am an extravert 😊

I look forward to meeting you and helping you learn new and effective ways to navigate through life’s challenges. I have extensive experience working with kids ages 5-18 who struggle with major mental illness; including suicidal thoughts, self-harm behaviors, depression, anxiety, trauma related to abuse and neglect, emotional dysregulation, bullying, poor coping skills, and complicated family systems. I believe support from parents and caregivers is absolutely essential to the success of a child and I enjoy helping families learn to communicate and connect so they can strengthen their connections and grow together for many years to come. #SparklyAlways #ShineOn

When it rains, look for rainbows; when it is dark, look for stars. – Oscar Wilde

Education & Credentials

• Master’s Degree: Clinical Mental Health Counseling — University of Nebraska at Omaha
• Bachelor’s Degree: Psychology, Creighton University
• Licensure: Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP)
• Specialized Certification: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) 

Clinical Experience & Specialties

I possess over 20 years of experience providing specialized mental health support to children, adolescents, and adults from diverse backgrounds. My therapeutic framework integrates evidence-based modalities, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

I specialize in treating the following areas:

• Trauma & PTSD
• ADHD & Behavioral Issues
• Anxiety & Depression
• Bipolar Disorder
• Grief & Loss
• Low Self-Esteem
• Suicidality & Crisis Intervention
• Life Transitions & Menopause 

My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and trauma. It is my goal to form a strong relationship with my clients and provide them with a warm and welcoming safe place to talk about their needs. I use a combination of Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Motivational Interviewing with clients to help them in achieving their therapeutic goals. I am also trained in EMDR therapy utilizing this to help aid in processing past trauma. I am empathetic and non-judgmental and it is my goal to help you heal and grow in your work with me. I look forward to navigating whatever challenge you are facing and coming to a solution together.

My therapeutic approach is grounded in meeting you where you are. I use a strength-based approach to help you recognize and reach your full potential. I am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT).

Originally from Colorado, I’ve had the privilege of working in various settings, including as a Registered Behavioral Technician at an ABA clinic, a School Social Worker in an educational setting, and a Pediatric Medical Social Worker in a medical setting. These experiences have equipped me with a broad skill set, including emotional regulation, crisis management, self-esteem building, trauma intervention, grief counseling, wellness practices, and offering support to those who may feel lost.