I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Candidate completing my licensing hours under the supervision of Rebekah Orr, MS LCPC. I completed my Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University in 2025. Prior to starting this training, my career as a pediatrician helped me recognize the important role mental health plays in a person’s overall well-being, and this fueled my desire to expand my ability to serve the community through counseling. Although I have a passion for children and adolescents, I am eager to walk alongside any client navigating the myriad challenges life presents and hope to help them discover along the way the healthiest version of themselves. I am grateful a career in medicine offered me a solid foundation in compassionately connecting with others and gave me opportunities to recognize that healing power typically lies within the individual. 

I was born and raised in eastern Montana, attended Carroll College, obtained my medical degree at the University of Nevada Reno, completed my pediatric residency in Des Moines, then ultimately returned to Helena in 2005 where I worked in a private conventional pediatric practice for over 16 years. In 2024, I launched my own small Direct Primary Care pediatric practice which has afforded me the freedom to focus on a more integrative approach to providing healthcare to children.I have enjoyed the many gifts and opportunities being both a pediatrician and a counselor have offered me. On a more personal note, I have been married for 33 years, have 3 adult children and 3 grandchildren (with one on the way). I find joy in cooking, being outdoors soaking up everything Montana has to offer, and sharing a meal, friendship and life with others around the family table.