Devoted to lifelong learning, I began my educational journey at Michigan State University, where I earned a Bachelor of Science degree. My pursuit of knowledge continued at the University of Denver, where I gained my Master of Social Work (MSW) degree, focusing on counseling for individuals and couples.
LCSW, LMFT, CST-S
My credentials extend beyond traditional academic qualifications. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Supervisor (LCSW), and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Approved Supervisor (LMFT) in Denver, Colorado. Adding to these, I am an AASECT (American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists) Certified Sex Therapist and Supervisor (CST-S).
To become an accredited couples therapist and couples sex therapist, I have completed extensive post-graduate training. At the Denver Family Institute, I earned a Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy. This encompassed two years of coursework, client experience, and both live and video-recorded supervision. I also achieved a post-graduate certification as a Sex Therapist through AASECT, which required three years of additional training, counseling clients, and field supervision.
A Multidisciplinary Approach to Couples Therapy
Staying on top of the latest methods in the field, I frequently participate in ongoing training and conferences, such as those offered by AASECT, and extensive trainings with Esther Perel, as well as Sue Johnson with Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). I am also trained in EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) through the Maiberger Institute and am a PACT (Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy) Level 2 trained couples therapist, focusing on attachment styles of couples.
Further, I am an AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy) trained therapist and have extensive training in the Gottman method. I have spent a year training in the Developmental Model concerning attachment theory and relationship development with Ellyn Bader and her team.
Understanding that every relationship is unique, I employ a specialized approach to therapy. Instead of limiting my clients to one method or a “cookie-cutter approach,” I tailor my strategy to fit you and your relationship. Utilizing a range of therapeutic modalities, I am dedicated to forming a plan designed specifically for you.
