Guiding you through grief, helping you heal from trauma
Grief therapy and compassionate client work
I approach my therapeutic work with curiosity, empathy, and a deep respect for each client’s unique experience. Grounded in the core values of social work, I consider the many systems that shape a person’s life—including identity, family dynamics, and broader environmental or societal stressors. With a specialty in grief therapy and a strong interest in treating trauma, my focus is on supporting clients as they navigate the complexities of life-altering experiences and discover pathways toward healing.
I enjoy working with clients to uncover the purpose behind their behaviors and to cultivate self-compassion as a way to release old patterns and create new, more supportive ones. The most meaningful moments in my work come when a client realizes they are not alone in their struggles—and that they have the capacity to accept, integrate, and move through them. Clients who are seeking both compassionate understanding and meaningful change tend to find a good fit in my approach.
My therapeutic work typically includes the following components:
Exploring the client’s reasons for seeking therapy
Gaining a clear understanding of the client’s support systems and stressors
Building a strong foundation of trust and mutual respect
Utilizing a range of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), talk therapy, a trauma-informed approach, and the Judi’s House Pathfinders grief curriculum; I also facilitate group therapy
Remaining flexible in goal-setting, allowing space to shift focus based on the client’s evolving needs and what is most present in the moment

My role as a therapist
I approach therapy through a person-centered, humanistic lens, offering a non-judgmental and compassionate space for clients to explore their emotions, traumas, and patterns of being—in both the world and their relationships. My work is deeply informed by the seven core assumptions rooted in restorative justice and Indigenous practices, which reflect how I hold each client in the therapeutic space:
The true self in everyone is good, wise, and powerful.
The world is profoundly interconnected.
All human beings have a deep desire to be in good relationship.
Everyone has gifts, and each person is needed for what they bring.
Everything we need to make positive change is already here.
Human beings are holistic.
We need practices to build habits of living from the core self.
(Adapted from Living Justice Press: Seven Core Assumptions)
With an empathetic and strengths-based orientation, I partner with clients to process grief and trauma, integrate loss into their lives, and build practical coping skills. I recognize that addressing trauma and grief often brings up fear, anxiety, and vulnerability. My role is to support clients in developing regulation skills, fostering body awareness, and establishing internal safety—creating a stable foundation from which we can do deeper work.
Central to my practice is the cultivation of trust—between therapist and client, and within the client themselves. I incorporate somatic approaches, experiential techniques, and attuned, empathetic listening to guide the therapeutic process, always with the goal of helping clients reconnect with their inner wisdom and capacity for healing.
My story
My journey to becoming a grief- and trauma-focused therapist began with my own experience of loss during adolescence. Having personally experienced the power of therapy and support during a time of need, I felt drawn to help others as they navigate the complexities of trauma and grief.
I earned my Bachelor of Science in Social Work from the University of Tennessee in 2018. My love for the outdoors brought me to Colorado, where I went on to complete my Master of Social Work at Metropolitan State University of Denver in 2023. Over the past two years, I have worked with children and families at Judi’s House in Aurora, supporting them through their grief journeys. There, I received specialized training in childhood bereavement with a focus on a family systems approach.
Looking ahead, I plan to continue expanding my clinical skills by pursuing training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and other trauma-informed modalities.
Training & Continuing Education
National Alliance for Children’s Grief (NACG)- National Webcast 3/20/2025
Family Dynamics and Grief: Strategies for Supporting Young People Through Grief
Education & Work Experience
Master of Social Work (MSW)- Metropolitan State University of Denver
Bachelors of Science in Social Work (BSSW)- University of Tennessee Knoxville
Post-Graduate-Experience: May 2023-Current: Judi’s House- Bereavement Therapy for Children and Families
Internships and Placements
Master’s Degree Placement- First-Generations Initiatives and Diversity and Equity Programing at Metropolitan State University of Denver (Mezzo Placement- Non-clinical)

To get started, schedule a free consultation so that we can talk about what you’d like to work on and what you’re looking for.
I can share more background on my approach and therapy style, and we can chat about logistics and scheduling.