Welcome to Mile 17 Counseling

I am a graduate of the Master’s in Counseling program at Northwestern University. Additionally, I received my undergraduate degree at Evergreen State College.

My passion for helping others was put into motion early in my life observing my parents manage a therapeutic foster home. This helped developed my strong sense of empathy for others and I would go on to volunteer and mentor many hundreds of hours for a variety of agencies, including internationally while serving overseas in the U.S. Navy.

My training is in a broad range of areas, but I am passionate about working with individuals on issues including, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and relationship struggles. As a veteran, I also understand many of the challenges other veterans face and have worked extensively with individuals from this population. While my technique is rooted in psychodynamic theory, I also incorporate feminist theory, client-centered approaches, and multicultural theories.

Most importantly, I am certain that healing can come from establishing a genuine relationship based on trust and unconditional positive regard. From this, we will explore your past relationships and experiences, as I believe they will give us insight into your current areas of concern. Then, we will discover solutions for you to live a life more aligned with your authentic self, desires, and goals. Your overall health and happiness are important to me, and I am privileged to help guide you in your journey to heal.