I am so fortunate to do what I love.
I am an organization and professional development specialist and licensed professional counselor.
As a counselor, I am trained and certified in a wide variety of evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) , Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Somatic Experiencing®. I have been a therapist for over 20 years, and I am able to adapt therapeutic practices to meet the unique needs of each client. I have a deep understanding and respect for cultural nuances, individual identities, gender identity, and the myriad factors that shape a person’s experience and worldview. I am particularly interested in Interpersonal Neurobiology as developed by Dr. Dan Siegel and using Somatic Experiencing® to help people recover from trauma to have rich, fulfilling lives.
As a trainer, consultant, and coach, I work with in-person and virtual organizations to bring them engaging, purposeful training and coaching solutions, as well as effective strategic planning experiences. I specialize in leadership, management, and supervisory training, as well as a variety of programs addressing some of today’s most critical business needs. I help businesses build cohesive, high performing virtual and in-person teams, improve listening skills, provide excellent customer service, collaborate with difficult people, and develop emotional intelligence.
I hold master’s degrees in counseling and Adult Education & Organization Development from the University of Oregon and am completing my PhD in Transformational Leadership at Concordia University – Chicago. I have been teaching, training, counseling, and consulting for over 25 years. I am a certified mediator and an instructor with Portland Community College’s Customized and Workforce Training Department.
I have two darling corgis, Lizzie, and Emmett.