“Rarely, if ever, are any of us healed in isolation. Healing is an act of communion. -bell hooks

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I come to this profession by way of my own internal adventure, professional experiences, and formal study.

Just as a trail guide might increase your awareness to new types of flora and fauna, I work with individuals to bring new awareness and interest to their internal and relational ecosystems. Given the right support and nurturance, people are innately equipped to heal and grow.

I bring an engaged and curious stance to therapy along with integrated training in experiential therapies (IFS, PACT, mindfulness, psychodynamic) and developmental neurobiology. Attachment and systems theories have a large influence in my clinical approach. Most of the individuals I work with go on to join one of my ongoing process groups. I am experienced and trained in working across disciplines, and I am comfortable collaborating with other professionals in your treatment team, such as psychiatrists, school professionals, dietitians, doctors, and others.

My style is warm and nurturing, highly attuned to the people I am with, playful, and challenging while also compassionate. I both help people to problem-solve or learn skills for quick relief, as well as coach clients through a deeper exploratory process that yields real and lasting change.

I belong to a group practice serving central, south, and north Austin areas. More information about my role as Clinical Director with Louis Laves-Webb, LCSW, LPC-S and Associates can be found here.