Mindfulness Practice:

My personal mindfulness practice began in 2002 when I took a college course on meditation. Beginning a formal meditation practice changed my life completely. What I discovered was that I had access to boundless quantities of acceptance, and that in each and every moment I had the opportunity to savor my existence, no matter the circumstances. This has profoundly changed how I live, love, eat, grieve, and play. I’ve attended several multi-day meditation retreats, and help guide clients in their own mindfulness practices if desired. To me, the whole point of formal meditation practice is to be more prepared and equipped to handle life’s challenges, messes, and unexpected surprises, and to savor all it has to offer. Life in our society can be so complex, hectic, and crazy-making, and mindfulness practice is a way to keep your sanity in a stressful world.

credentials & Educational Background:

• Colorado licensed psychologist (PSY4818)

• California licensed psychologist (PSY27790)

• PSYPACT E.Passport practitioner (https://psypact.site-ym.com/page/psypactmap)

• Independent private practice 2016 - present

• Post-doctoral residency (2 years) completed at Three Rivers Mindfulness Training and Psychotherapy, Sacramento, CA

• Ph.D. University of Nebraska – Lincoln, Counseling Psychology (APA-accredited)

• Pre-doctoral internship (1 year) completed at the University of North Carolina Charlotte Counseling Center (APA-accredited)

• 1-2 year practicum placements in each of the following settings: University counseling center, high school counseling center, community mental health center, university women’s resource center

Interests and Hobbies: 

When not in the office I enjoy goofing off with my kids, spending time with family, and building things with my hands. I’m an avid woodworker and cyclist, and enjoy Latin American travel. I prefer to commute to the office on my bicycle, and am also learning to play tennis!