Education & Experience

I've worked in the mental health field for over 20 years, primarily in community mental health settings as an advocate, case manager, therapist, program developer, and clinical director. I have overseen programs that provided treatment for survivors of trauma, domestic violence, sexual violence, institutional oppression, and complex trauma; people experiencing homelessness, and high‐acuity mental health needs. Part of my role as a Behavioral Health Director was to support clinicians with issues including burnout, vicarious trauma, workplace violence, client loss, institutional oppression, and job transition. I also have experience supporting leaders in healthcare and non-profit settings. I come to this practice with knowledge and understanding gained from the many individuals who have touched my life. As a leader of mental health programs, I worked with some of the most creative, radical, and inspiring clinicians to make care available to people who struggle to succeed in traditional settings. As a therapist, I have had the privilege of witnessing the ways people cope, heal, and make meaning of their life experiences. I deeply value the relationships I've formed throughout my career, and am grateful for the many ways they have transformed me.