My first passion was music. I began my career with a Bachelor’s in Music Education and began teaching all-ages music in school. I soon realized being a school teacher wasn’t for me – and I left with a deep appreciation for teachers.

While I searched for my true purpose, I went on to finish my Master’s in flute performance. The beauty and emotion of the music called to me, but what was lacking was the sense of purpose.

[Would love to hear about Japan and the Ocean somewhere in this]

It wasn’t until I was 30 years old that it all clicked and I realized I ultimately wanted to help people. My understanding and appreciation of the rhythms of music, of crescendos and decrescendos, harmony and dissonance, inspired me to see if I could support others in uncovering the uplifting melody of life.

I graduated at 32 years old and did an internship at a community mental health center in Ft. Smith, Arkansas. From there, I went on to Counseling Services of Eastern Arkansas in Wynne. I had finally found my stride and continued to broaden my experience through multiple positions experiencing different populations and settings. 

Finally, in 2015 I moved from Arkansas to Colorado and have been working with adults in an acute treatment unit ever since.

Opening this private practice is a dream I’ve been carrying since first embarking on this journey. Throughout my varied experience, I’ve finally discovered my forte – treating mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar, and trauma.

I think part of what contributes to my ability to help with these conditions comes from my love of music. The rest, from my time at the water’s edge.