My work in social services began in Seattle in 1992, with children in a hospital setting and with adults with disabilities in a creative arts program. Prior to that time I worked as a freelance graphic artist in New York City.

In 1997 I received a Master’s Degree in Psychology and Mental Health Counseling from Antioch University in Seattle. Since then I have worked in private practice and at several local community mental health agencies, with clients of all ages, diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds, religions and sexual orientations. My work as a clinician has included psychotherapy and counseling, as well as crisis case management, in-patient care, and supervision of other clinicians.

Each year I attend several trainings on various topics in psychology and mental health issues, techniques of treatment, clinical supervision and professional ethics. I consult on a regular basis with other therapists.

I am a member of American Mental Health Counselors Association, Washington Mental Health Counselors Association, Seattle Counselors Association, Women’s Counseling Network, and Child Therapy Asssociation.