Academic Training:
- PhD Candidate, Counseling Psychology, Brigham Young University
- MPA, University of Utah, 2006
- BA, Political Science, Brigham Young University, 2004
Professional Affiliations:
- American Psychological Association (APA)
- Association for Death Education and Counseling (ADEC)
Areas of Clinical Interest:
- Grief and loss
- Anxiety and depression
- Life transitions and identity development
- Interpersonal and family-of-origin concerns
- Spirituality and religious concerns
Primary Theoretical Orientations:
- Integrative
- Humanistic and interpersonal/process-oriented
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Multicultural Interests:
- Religion, spirituality, and faith
- Spanish-speaking clients and Hispanic/Latino communities
- Gender and women’s experiences
- Diverse family structures and intergenerational relationships
Personal Interests:
- I love being a mom and spending time with my family
- I need to move! I enjoy running, skiing, hiking, biking, and lifting weights
- I enjoy making spaces beautiful through decorating, organizing, and creating
- I love traveling, experiencing new places, and learning from different people and cultures