Communication and Conflict Resolution: This is one of my special interests. I love being able to help people decode the confusion in a relationship. My undergraduate degree is in Communication with a concentration in Theatre and a Minor in Women’s and Gender Studies. While I did not realize at the time that my journey was leading me to practice therapy, this set the foundation for a deeper understanding of the layers of communication including culture, power and privilege, patterns, critical reasoning and logic, and my first exposure to the Sociology of Marriages, (including partnerships), and Families throughout the world. I adored my Marriages and Families class and when I was searching for my path and found the Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, without a second thought, I was all in.

Neurodivergent/Neurodiverse individuals and relationships - I have professional and personal experience with Neurodivergence and I’m Neurodivergent myself! This can be especially helpful in tracking patterns in couples and family systems. I have a deep understanding of the layers that this type of therapy requires, like Sensory, intimacy and sex, PDA, (demand avoidance/need for autonomy), rejection sensitivity etc. Couples may be in a situation where one person is or suspects a Neurodivergence or when both partners are Neurodivergent, (including but not limited to Autism and ADHD). I weave in multiple modalities to fit the specific needs of each individual and couple. I also work with individuals who are discovering how their Neurodivergence has and is impacting them. I love helping people discover what they deserve, how to set boundaries, how to get their needs met, how to figure out what is them and what is something else that has been put upon them, what brings joy, removes barriers, and building a better life! Burnout is so common with Neurodivergent people. I experienced full burnout and had to rebuild from the ground up. I have personal experience with this and the understanding of what can be done to make a strong foundation so that when life happens, you are more prepared and know how to feel better faster.

Parenting - I have extensive experience working with children and families and utilize multiple models of child psychology depending on what is needed by the couple to bring parenting to a more doable and enjoyable place. Often couples fight over parenting because is it so important! It is also super hard to parent Highly Sensitive, (HSP), High Needs, (for any reason including attachment/adoption needs), Neurodivergent children. I know because I have one! We look at each family of origin and what we do and don't want to bring into our families moving forward. We look at how to do more of the things you want and how to let go of old patterns and behaviors that no longer serve you and your family. We can also work on the very challenging and individual situations that come with Neurodivergent families and competing needs. This can be so much, but there are ways to make it better.

Separation and Divorce Adjustment - It can be hard to know what to do when you are already stressed and are trying to make what may seem like impossible decisions. You may be unsure if this is the right choice. If you do separate, you may not know when to tell the kids, how to tell the kids, what to do to make it easier when they are going back and forth and the flood of new worries and situations that may arise. What about dating and relationships after divorce? Nashville dating is notoriously difficult, but there are strategies to help you heal from past relationships and find healthier ways to approach new ones. I am here to help you navigate these challenges and build more peace into your life.

Life and Career Optimization - I love the idea of curating the life you want. What are your dreams? Is life the way you imagined it? Let’s talk about what is standing between you and the life that you will want to live every day. So often people stay stuck in places and relationships that are painful for them because they don’t know what else to do. I want to help you make the changes that will bring relief and fulfill your desires. I utilize personality, career, and other assessments to help you discover what brings you joy and how to sustain that.