As a Northeast Indiana native, I am familiar with the culture and issues faced by those living in the area. I grew up in Kendallville, Indiana and currently live just a short drive north of Fort Wayne. I graduated from Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing. In 2017 I graduated from Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis, Fort Wayne Cohort with a Master’s of Social Work. I worked in community mental health for several years, where I gained my clinical licensure, before making the jump to private practice. I utilize a client-centered treatment approach incorporating multiple, evidence-based treatment modalities, theories, and frameworks. Some of my preferred methods of treatment are Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Informed CBT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, etc. I thoroughly enjoy working with adults of all ages, as well as teens. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, bipolar, self-esteem issues, trauma, couples therapy, anger management, grief, and more.