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About

I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Colorado and I have practiced in a variety of medical settings over the last two decades including outpatient mental health clinics, primary care and OBGYN clinics, and most recently at the UCHealth Integrative Medicine clinic.

I have expertise in perinatal mental health, health psychology, and anxiety disorders. I am passionate about supporting parents/soon to be parents as well as healthcare providers with stress and work life balance. I have additional expertise in mindfulness based cognitive therapy (combination of CBT and mindfulness). I also serve on the board of the Colorado Psychological Association and on the Legislative and Advocacy Committee.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, photography and doing just about anything in the mountains.

Education &

Credentials

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  • Bachelors of Science (BS) in Psychology - University of Iowa

  • Masters of Science (MS) and Doctorate of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology - University of Denver

  • License #3183 Colorado, #129041 Iowa, Psypact APIT #: 7944

  • Teacher trained in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)

  • Training in Mindfulness Based Childbirth and Parenting (MBCP) for Healthcare Providers

  • Training in Mindfulness Based Self Compassion (MBSC)

  • Advanced Training in Perinatal Mental Health from Postpartum Support International

  • Certificate in Integrated Primary Care

  • Member of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine, Mental Health Professional Group

  • At Large board member of the Colorado Psychological Association

Treatment Approach

I have an integrative and personalized approach to treatment, taking into account all aspects of a person’s wellbeing including social/emotional functioning and physical health.

I utilize evidence based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness Based Interventions.

I believe people get just as much from what they do outside of our visits as they do from sessions, so I focus on things clients can work on in between our visits to get the most from treatment.

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I appreciate and value diversity in all its forms both personally and professionally and strive to create a welcoming and inclusive space for all my clients. Cultural competency was a foundational aspect of my training as a psychologist and I am committed to ongoing growth and development in the areas of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion