A deeply relational approach, shaped by years of experience
Background
I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. After training at Oregon Health & Science University, my work was predominantly in public health, where I treated adults living with the sequelae of severe trauma and complex psychiatric conditions.I opened my private practice in 2013 to offer a deeper therapeutic experience to those facing transitional dilemmas such as emerging adulthood, new parenthood, divorce, or caring for aging parents, among others. Along the way, I have come to understand that our predicaments and losses can be an entry into a deeper relationship with ourselves--what I think of as the soul.The work I do requires that I work on myself. I have consistently engaged in my own therapy, and am currently on a Jungian path. This ongoing work led me to the call of doctoral studies in Fall 2022.Before nursing, I had a varied professional life as musician, event planner, stockbroker, and stay-at-home mom.Education & Training
Current - Pacifica Graduate Institute - PhD Candidate in Depth Psychology with Specialization in Integrative and Healing Practices
2020 - Oregon Psychoanalytic Center - Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Program - Certificate of Completion
2008-2011 - Oregon Health & Science University School of Nursing - Bachelor and Master of Science
1987 - Lewis & Clark College - Bachelor of Science in Political Science
1985 - Santa Rosa Junior College - Associate of Arts
A Bit More…
While I have lived many places, Portland, Oregon has been my home for most of my life. I have enjoyed raising my children here, as well as getting out into the natural beauty that is the Pacific Northwest. I love digging in the dirt to garden or to build things. I also like to take pictures, some of which you see here.
Practicing regular self-care, and staying connected to important others are not only recommendations for my patients, but things I practice myself. This includes daily meditation, frequent yoga and fitness activities, and regular gatherings with family and friends. Including fur buddies!