"Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing,
There is a field. I'll meet you there."
-Rumi
Healing happens in connection with ourselves, with others, and with the world around us.
In my practice, Somatic and Trauma Therapy, I offer a compassionate, evidence-supported approach grounded in interpersonal neurobiology and polyvagal theory. Through a gentle process of befriending the nervous system and deep inner listening, it becomes possible to rewire patterns of stress, fear, and disconnection, supporting resilience and healing. With a present-moment, relational focus, and somatic therapies, we work collaboratively to tend to trauma, process emotions, and cultivate a sense of safety in both body and mind.
Providing you with a comfortable space to relax
All your appointments will take place in a soothing office environment with a waiting area, a fully private room, complimentary tea and water, and individualized care.
In-person and remote options
The office is conveniently located in the South Lamar area of Austin, TX. Can’t make it into the office? No worries – we can always meet through teletherapy.
I started my career in a very different field—earning a B.S. in Biological Systems Engineering with the hope of helping water-impoverished communities access clean and sustainable water. But along the way, my own mental health struggles led me on an unexpected journey inward. I dove deeply into Buddhist philosophy and meditation, and through that exploration, I uncovered a deep calling: to sit with others in their pain, to listen with presence, and to support people in accessing their healing and inherent wholeness.
That calling eventually brought me to the field of mental health. I earned my M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2021, and today, I work with clients by blending theories of neurobiology and counseling with Eastern philosophy and a warm, humanistic lens. I don’t pretend to have all the answers, but I’m here to help you listen to your own—offering support, curiosity, and powerful therapeutic tools as you navigate your path. My goal is to create a space and relationship that feels safe, collaborative, and empowering—an environment where you can be fully seen and supported in your growth.
Outside of therapy, I’m a big fan of movement and play. I love dancing and being active through sports like pickleball, soccer, mountain biking, and basketball. I'm also drawn to more meditative activities like slacklining, juggling, and hula hooping. Music is a huge part of my life—I especially enjoy live folk, rock, jazz, bluegrass, soul, and jam bands. Nature, creativity, and spirituality all help me feel grounded, and I regularly turn to meditation, yoga, journaling, and time in nature to reconnect with myself. That said, I’m human too—I sometimes unwind with TV, movies, YouTube, and other forms of mindless entertainment.
Friends and clients often describe me as warm, empathetic, curious, and playful—qualities I strive to bring into the therapy room each day. I do my best to show up with authenticity and presence, meeting people exactly where they are.