I have lived and worked in Western North Carolina for the better part of the last 23 years and am committed to having a counseling practice that benefits individuals, families and the community that I live in.

I am trained in the theory and practice of Modern Psychoanalysis. Modern psychoanalysis aims to create an environment in which we can explore and heal the roots of our patterns of suffering through talking and relationship. I have 23 years of experience in the field of mental health in a variety of settings.  I also provide clinical supervision for clinicians interested in pursuing a Modern Psychoanalytic practice of their own.

I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Experiential Education at Prescott College. I hold a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling and full licensure as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the State of NC.  I have received further psychoanalytic training through the Modern Psychoanalytic training program offered through the Philadelphia School Of Psychoanalysis.

I have received and continue to receive psychoanalytic supervision from Dr. Stephen Ellis M.S.W., B.C.D., Ph.D., NCPsy.A. Dr. Stephen Ellis is the former Executive Director of the Philadelphia School of Psychoanalysis and studied with Dr. Gerald Lucas at the Institute for Modern Psychoanalysis in New York City. He also participated in Training Groups with Dr. Hyman Spotnitz, founder of the Modern Psychoanalytic approach to psychotherapy.

I am currently co-creating Modern Psychoanalytic training and consultation opportunities in Asheville through the Asheville School of Psychoanalytic Thought.

Providing Comprehensive Counseling in Asheville, North Carolina