My Background

I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and have provided counseling and human services in the Seattle area since 1997.  

My therapeutic approach is suited to the individual and family and includes play therapy, expressive arts, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy.  

I focus on the unique strengths, perspectives, goals, and cultures of my clients. I believe that you are the expert on your life and I work collaboratively to measure progress and offer insight along the way.  My style is warmly direct, playful, and accepting.

I have counseled diverse youth, adults, and families in educational, medical, and community mental health settings, such as Central Youth and Family Services, Children's Hospital, Youth Eastside Services, Cancer Lifeline, The Gathering Place, and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center/SCCA. I am a member of both the Washington State Society for Clinical Social Work and the Association for Play Therapy.

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Education

Master of Library and Information Sciences, University of Washington, 2008

Master of Social Work, University of Washington, 2000

B.S. Social History, Carnegie Mellon University, 1997

Clinical credentials

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (#LW00007955)

Child Mental Health Specialist, Washington State

Ethnic Minority Mental Health Specialist, Washington State 

Approved Supervisor, Washington State

Specialized Training

Play and Expressive Therapy

Cancer and Chronic Illness

Cross-cultural Health 

Grief and Loss