I am a West Michigan native and Central Michigan University alum.  Soon after graduation, my husband and l packed up our lives and moved to Seattle, Washington where we enjoyed eight years of personal and professional growth.  After the birth of our first child, we thought it best to return to our roots and give our daughter an opportunity to enjoy the same positive experiences we had growing up in Michigan.

While in Seattle, I built a private practice and worked with a wonderfully diverse population of children, adults, couples and families.  I owe my gratitude to those clients who have inspired me to rebuild a practice in Grand Rapids, and I look forward to all the new people who are willing to let me into their lives as a helping professional.

I offer both individual and couples’ therapy and, depending on the person, a combination of both.  There are some people with issues spanning beyond my expertise, but I work with most any adult and a variety of relationship styles.  Regardless of symptoms, I value a compassionate and nonjudgmental approach while gently challenging unhealthy thoughts and behavior.  Please click the "Services" tab for more specific information about individual or couples sessions.