About Me

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I am licensed in Utah and Oregon and practice independently.

Oregon clients may choose in-person or virtual sessions, while Utah clients are offered virtual sessions. 

I earned my MSW from Indiana University in 2018 and have worked with diverse populations since 2009. My person-centered, strength-based therapy integrates various techniques to meet each client's unique needs. I am IFS informed.

What Population(s) do you work with?

I see anyone over the age of 12 years-old. Don't let your location stop you from seeing a therapist. If you live in Oregon or Utah I can be your therapist, however, if you don't live in Jackson County Oregon then we'll need to meet via video conference (not Zoom).

• General Mental Health
• Anxiety and Panic Disorders
• Depression
• Women’s Mental Health
• Trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Suicidal Ideation and self-harming
• Grief
• Crisis intervention

• Private pay: $125

Insurance Accepted from Oregon Clients

• Atrio
• Aetna (includes their Medicare Advantage Plan)
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oregon (includes their Medicare Advantage Plan) 
• Cigna and Evernorth
• First Choice Health | FCH
• Medicare (includes all MediGap plans)
• Moda Health
• Optum
• Oregon Health Plan (OHP) open card
• PacificSource
• Providence
• TRICARE
• Wellcare
• United Healthcare (excludes Medicare Advantage Plan)

Insurance Accepted from Utah Clients:   

• Aetna (includes their Medicare Advantage Plan)
• Anthem EAP - Bank of America
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Utah (includes their Medicare Advantage Plan)
• Carelon Behavioral Health 
• Cigna
• Medicare (includes all MediGap plans)
• Oscar Health
• Oxford 
• Quest Behavioral Health
• Select Health
• United HealthCare (excludes their Medicare Advantage plan)

NOTE: If you don’t see your insurance listed that shouldn’t stop you from setting up an appointment to explore options which can include my applying to get credentialed with them as you may not be the only one who is searching. 

Office is located at 2621 Whittle Ave Medford, OR 97504 - link to directions through google maps [https://maps.app.goo.gl/DxFDjygy1HtV7D4u6] 

What should someone know about working with you?

During our initial sessions, I will take the lead and help develop a treatment plan. Unlike traditional therapists who may only listen, I actively engage by asking questions, offering insights, challenging your thoughts, teaching new concepts, using my case management skills, and connecting you with community resources. At times, I may suggest recommendations. While I don’t assign formal homework, I do encourage you to identify what you'd like to focus on between our meetings. I believe that practicing coping strategies regularly—before they're urgently needed—can make them more effective, allowing you to remember and apply them easily when necessary.

What do you do to continue learning and building competencies as a provider?

I consistently engage in ongoing professional development through reading articles, attending training sessions, and studying relevant books to enhance my expertise. I also utilize and review the workbooks I recommend to clients, ensuring their effectiveness. By asking thoughtful questions, I gain insight into each client’s needs and preferences. I adhere strictly to my area of competence, following a “do no harm” philosophy. During sessions, I take detailed notes, which may occasionally involve typing while you speak. Maintaining transparency is essential to fostering trust and rapport with clients.

How do your own core values shape your approach to care?

I adhere to the NASW Code of Ethics, recognizing self-determination as a central principle in facilitating change. I regard clients as individuals who have overcome challenges rather than as victims. I acknowledge that progress requires time, perseverance, and courage; when clients are prepared to address their triggers, I offer my support. I am committed to treating every client with dignity and respect, fostering an environment in which they can recognize their own value without judgment.

What are you most excited about within the evolving mental health landscape?

The growing acceptance of mental health, along with understanding that therapy doesn’t always have to be long-term, is encouraging. More people who might not have sought help before are now reaching out because support is accessible and stigma is reduced. Some clients assume they must attend therapy every week, but it’s rewarding to guide them toward trusting their own abilities and having the confidence to use those skills on their own, without always relying on a therapist. I remind clients that I’m still here if they need me—they simply have to get in touch.
 

What are you most worried about within the evolving mental health landscape? 

Social media and self-diagnosing. Young people are frequently exposed to bullying around the clock due to their engagement with social media, even while at home. I generally advise adolescents to disconnect from or limit their use of social media upon returning home, as this approach can help reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. The proliferation of online videos depicting mental health conditions often perpetuates stigma, since many portrayals are inaccurate. Accurate diagnosis should be conducted exclusively by qualified professionals.