Based in Humboldt County, California
"Rivers know this: there is no hurry. We shall get there some day."— A.A. Milne
"Two roads diverged in a yellow wood…"
— Robert Frost"And sorry I could not travel both…"
— Robert Frost
Hi — I'm glad you're here. I hope my website gives you a sense of what working together might look like.
For the past twenty-five years, a significant part of my work has been sitting with people through their hardest moments — first as a social worker, then in various mental health settings alongside therapists, psychiatrists, crisis clinicians, and nurses, and now as a therapist in private practice. My goal is to help people find some relief from the cycle of difficult thoughts and emotions that they can't seem to shake. I believe pain can be a catalyst. It often points toward something that is important.
My experience spans a lot — relatively brief, high-stakes moments in crisis settings, and longer stretches of focused work with people who sometimes return when something new comes up. I have a "come as you are" mentality when it comes to sessions. Tired, grumpy, not sure what you want to say, or showing up with a set agenda — all of that is great. I don't want anyone to feel like they have to perform.
Our work together can be structured and methodical, creative and intuitive, or a mix of both.
Outside of work I enjoy time with family, dogs, good books, my fair share of streaming services, and getting outside. (The topo map in the background is of one of my favorite areas in the Trinity Mountains.)
If something here resonates, I'd love to hear from you.
"I took the one less traveled by…"
— Robert FrostA note about the haikus on this page... I enjoy poetry and think that its form can help it say more about a process than longer blocks of explanation. Most of the modalities below have a linked video if you'd like to learn more about them.
"And that has made all the difference."
— Robert FrostThese won't diagnose you but they help with getting started.
Questions about cost, insurance, telehealth, what the first session looks like, how long therapy takes — and more. I've put together straightforward answers to all of it.
I'm happy to provide a zero-pressure consultation at no cost.
Humboldt County, California · Serving clients throughout California · Telehealth only
Serving clients throughout California via telehealth, with special focus on Humboldt County and the 24 Northern California counties covered by Partnership HealthPlan.