About Me
Who I work with
Adolescents (14-17)
Adults (18+)
How I work
Individual & group sessions
Insurance & billing
Aetna (mental health, PA)
Highmark / BCBS (mental health, PA)
United Healthcare / Optum (mental health, PA)
Self-Pay $150 (sliding scale available for those facing a financial hardship)​​
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*Note: If you are intending to use insurance, I will need to use diagnostic codes due to reimbursement requirements.
Therapeutic modalities
Gender Affirming Voicework (LMT-GAV)
Resource-Oriented Music Therapy
Internal Family Systems (Level I trained)
Attachment-Based
Liberation Psychology
Anti-Oppressive Practice
Trauma-Informed
Somatic Approaches
Mindfulness-Based
Bowen Family Systems
Humanistic Therapy
Feminist Therapy
Culturally Sustaining
Narrative Therapy
Health at Every Size
Estill Voice Training (Levels I & II trained)
Somatic Voicework (Levels I, II & III trained)
Hello!
I'm a white, nonbinary trans, neurodivergent, mid-fat person who has been a board-certified music therapist for 10 years and a licensed professional counselor for 2 years. I firmly believe we are all in constant states of becoming, and it is an absolute privilege to support folx on those life journeys. As a therapist, I strive to be a collaborator with those who I work alongside.​
Identity, Gender, and Embodiment
Many folx coming to work with me are exploring aspects of their embodiment, particular around gender -- whether that involves transition, hormones, surgeries, the voice, and/or exploring how it all intersects with the many other facets of their identity. I thoroughly enjoy being a witness to people becoming more and more alive within themselves.
Complex and Childhood Trauma
We often carry old wounds that continue to show up in our present lives. Trauma can leave us with different, sometimes conflicting reactions. You might have a vulnerable "inner child" that still feels the hurt, alongside highly protective parts of yourself that work overtime (staying busy, shutting down, or intellectualizing) just to keep you safe from feeling that pain again. Our work isn't about "fixing" or banishing these struggling parts of you. Instead, we approach them with courage, compassion, and curiosity. By learning to understand and care for these different aspects of who you are, we help you heal those deeper wounds so they take up less space in your day-to-day life.
Systems and Liberation
None of us exists in a vacuum. I am acutely aware that our personal struggles are usually pretty wrapped up within the larger systems we exist in -- from our immediate family dynamics to much larger oppressive structures like racism, cisheterosexism, ableism, and the medical-industrial complex. These systems influence how we understand ourselves and each other. If you're looking for someone who will be a co-conspirator alongside you in the naming and wrestling of these systems, I'm here!
Creativity and Play
Oftentimes, folx come to therapy because they're feeling stuck and want some kind of change. Getting out of that place requires trying something new and experimenting. Whether through music therapy, vocal exploration, or just stepping out of traditional "talk therapy" for a moment, I can support you in (re)learning how to "play." You don't need to be a musician to work with me; you just need to be open to rediscovering your playful side.
My Approach in the Room
I work best with folx who want to be active participants in their therapy and are open to listening to their own inner wisdom. While tending to the past can be a huge component of healing, I invite a focus on what is happening in the here and now. If you're looking for a therapist who is going to tell you what to do or "fix" you, we probably aren't the best fit. But if you want a collaborative co-pilot to help you practice mindfulness, curiosity, and authentic expression, let's get to work :)
In My Spare Time
Outside of sessions, you can find me buried in my doctoral studies (currently a DMA candidate in vocal pedagogy at Shenandoah University), geeking out about the voice, enjoying a good book, or drinking probably too much coffee. ​​I also have two delightfully wild cat children (Tyler - tabby; Rocky - black cat) who make regular guest appearances in my virtual sessions. I hope they bring you as much joy as they bring me with their quirky vibes.
