About Me

I am a clinical psychologist and a credentialed health service psychologist (HSP) in Westlake Village/Thousand Oaks, California, and also hold a license in the state of Kansas. I am passionate about my work and utilize an interactive, warm, and empathetic approach in my practice. I take a genuine interest in getting to know you so we can work collaboratively to help you reach your goals.

I strongly believe in practicing the tools I teach my clients in therapy. In my free time, I love listening to music, going on hikes (or any activity that requires movement), and spending time with my dog, Mochi; a white furry goof ball! Mochi enjoys going on walks, playing with her toys, and putting a smile on people’s faces! She loves spending time with my clients and is extremely kind hearted with a great sense of humor!

Education and Training

I graduated from California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, California with my doctorate in clinical psychology, and completed my internship and postdoctoral residency in Springfield, Missouri. I have worked in a variety of settings including community counseling centers, hospitals, medical centers, and residential treatment centers. I have experience working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, stress, depression, substance use, trauma, and life adjustments.

I also have specialized training in neuropsychological assessment and treatment, and work with individuals who experience emotional distress as a result medical conditions (e.g., chronic pain, gastrointestinal diseases, endometriosis, cancer).

Areas of Expertise

• Anxiety

• Stress (academic, work related, performance)

• Trauma (e.g., domestic violence, physical/sexual assault, natural disasters)

• Depression

• Grief/loss

• Substance use

• Medical conditions that cause emotional distress:

  • gastrointestinal issues:

    • IBD (e.g., Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis)

    • IBS

    • SIBO

    • GERD

  • chronic illness

  • chronic pain

  • cancer

  • autoimmune disorders (e.g., Hashimoto’s disease, Graves’, disease, Celiac disease, Lupus)

  • amyloidosis

  • surgery complications

  • neuropathy

  • kidney disease

Treatment Modalities

• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

• Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)

• Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT)

• Client-centered therapy

• Mindfulness-based therapies