My path into this work has been shaped by lived experience and years of working closely with people who have endured complex trauma.

I am a survivor of human trafficking, domestic violence, and other forms of high-impact trauma. That part of my story isn’t something I hide or feel ashamed of. I also don’t lead with it for effect. It simply informs how I listen, how I pace the work, and how I stay attentive to what’s happening in the room.

Professionally, I hold a Master’s degree in Social Work, a bachelor’s degree in Education and Curriculum Development, and I am a Brainspotting Consultant. For over a decade, I’ve worked as an advocate, consultant, and trainer with individuals and programs serving people impacted by human trafficking, spiritual abuse, and complex trauma.

People often describe our work together as steady and grounded. I’m not easily shocked, and I don’t rush people toward insight or resolution. I pay attention to what’s happening beneath the words and stay responsive to what shows up in the moment.