I earned my Master's degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Minnesota in 2008. Over the past 10 years, I have worked in outpatient care providing both individual and group therapy to adults who struggle with eating disorders. I enjoy working with people on finding peace in their relationship with food, weight, exercise, and body image. In addition to my expertise in treating eating disorders, I also have extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief,  and difficult life transitions.

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My goal in therapy is to provide a safe space for clients to explore both their strengths and their struggles with curiosity, gentleness, and self-compassion while moving toward a life that is fulfilling and connected.  Unfortunately, sometimes in order to manage the difficulties and  stress life throws our way, we turn to coping skills or patterns that are not helpful or healthy for us and get in the way of relationships and living in alignment with our values. Using an individualized and evidenced based approach, I incorporate the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and positive psychology to support my clients in creating positive change. 

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