My path to becoming a counselor has been shaped by years of caring for individuals and families through medicine. As a pediatrician, I had the privilege of walking alongside children and parents during some of life's most joyful and challenging moments. Over time, I came to recognize that emotional well-being is deeply connected to our physical health and relationships, leading me to pursue counseling as a way to support people more holistically.

I work with adolescents and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, parenting stress, life transitions, self-criticism, or the lasting effects of difficult past experiences. Many of my clients feel stuck in patterns they can't quite explain or find themselves overwhelmed by emotions, relationships, or the expectations they carry. I believe that healing begins within a safe, compassionate therapeutic relationship where you can slow down, explore your experiences without judgment, and gain a deeper understanding of yourself.

My approach is grounded in person-centered therapy and attachment theory, with an appreciation for Internal Family Systems (IFS) concepts that help us understand the protective parts of ourselves that have developed over time. Together, we'll explore the patterns that have shaped your life, strengthen emotional awareness and regulation, and cultivate greater self-compassion so you can build more secure, authentic relationships with yourself and the people around you.

I earned my Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Candidate completing my licensure under the supervision of Rebekah Orr, MS, LCPC. I also earned my medical degree from the University of Nevada, Reno, completed my pediatric residency in Des Moines, and practiced pediatrics in Helena for more than 16 years before opening a Direct Primary Care pediatric practice with a focus on whole-person, relationship-centered care.

Originally from eastern Montana, I attended Carroll College before returning to Helena to build both my career and my family. My husband and I have been married for over three decades and are grateful to have three adult children, several grandchildren, and a growing family. Outside of work, you'll most often find me in the kitchen preparing a meal to share with family or friends, enjoying Montana's outdoors, or gathering around the table with the people I love. I believe healing often happens in the context of meaningful relationships, and it is a privilege to help clients cultivate those same connections in their own lives.