Pronouns: she/her/hers
Job Title
Embedded Psychologist, School of Dentistry and College of Pharmacy
Education:
Oklahoma State University, Ph.D.
University of Missouri-Kansas City, M.A.
Chapman University, B.A.
University of Missouri-Kansas City, M.A.
Chapman University, B.A.
Professional Interests:
- Intersectionality
- Feminist theory
- Social justice
- LGBTQ+ community
- Graduate student mental health
- Identity development
- Family of origin exploration
- Grief and loss
- Supervision and training
Approach to Therapy:
I approach therapy in a very curious and collaborative way. My work is heavily influenced by feminist theory and relational cultural theory, which means that, among many things, I believe that the therapeutic relationship (the relationship between the therapist and client) is the primary source of healing. I aim to work with individuals in a way that gives agency back to clients and empowers them to live life for themselves as authentically as possible. I also strive to equalize the power dynamic as much as possible in the room by acknowledging many factors, such as power, privilege, and positionality.
Approach to Wellness:
I love the quiet things in life. I enjoy spending time with my dogs, reading, paddleboarding, going on walks immersed in nature, and tending to all my plant babes.
Supervisory Style:
Similar to my approach to therapy, my supervision style is very relational and supervisee-centered. I enjoy getting to know my supervisees as people first and clinicians second. I hope that through fostering an authentic connection in supervision, supervisees will feel supported and excited about their clinical work.