I am a Board-Certified Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor with nearly 20 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and veterans. I specialize in trauma-informed care, expressive therapies, and supporting individuals navigating anxiety, grief, life transitions, and complex family dynamics. Art therapy offers another pathway when words feel difficult, overwhelming, or incomplete. You do not need to be “good at art.” The creative process can help regulate the nervous system, increase self-understanding, and build resilience in ways that feel accessible and empowering. My approach is person-centered and collaborative. I believe each client is the expert of their own life. Together, we move at a pace that feels safe, integrating art, mindfulness, and evidence-based therapeutic practices when appropriate. In addition to private practice, I am the Founder and Executive Director of Dallas Art Therapy, a nonprofit organization expanding access to creative mental health services in North Texas. I am deeply committed to ethical practice, professional standards, and mentorship within the field. If you are looking for a therapist who values creativity, structure, and thoughtful care, I would be honored to connect.

Approach to Therapy

I approach therapy through a trauma-informed, expressive lens. I understand that experiences live not only in our thoughts, but in our bodies and nervous systems. When words feel hard to access, creative process can offer another pathway toward insight and regulation. I integrate art therapy, mindfulness, and evidence-based counseling approaches to support emotional safety, self-awareness, and resilience. Our work together is collaborative and paced according to your needs.