My journey into integrative therapy started unexpectedly.

I was struggling with persistent skin issues and received feedback that my diet might be playing a role. I made some changes, and something surprising happened: not only did my skin improve, but my anxiety and depression drastically decreased. I had more energy. I felt fundamentally different in my body.

That experience changed everything. If changing what I ate could shift my mental health that dramatically, what else were we missing in traditional therapy?

I started connecting the dots—learning about gut health, the gut-brain connection, how the nervous system works, and how everything we put in our bodies impacts how our brains function. I pursued additional training in nutrition science and deepened my practice in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness-based approaches.

Now, I help women do what I had to figure out on my own: understand the connection between their mind and body so they can heal at the root, not just manage symptoms.

My own experience with anxiety and perfectionism taught me that resistance creates suffering. The more I fought my anxious thoughts and uncomfortable emotions, the more stuck I became. But as I practiced mindfulness and acceptance—learning to respond differently to my inner experience—the grip that anxiety had on me loosened.

Even in the midst of stressful times and major life transitions, I've found peace simply because of how I choose to respond to the thoughts and emotions I used to battle.

That's the work I do with clients at Cedar Rose.

We uncover the patterns and responses that aren't aligned with the life you want to live, and we build new ones rooted in your values, your body's wisdom, and compassionate awareness.

In our work together, you'll learn what's actually happening in your nervous system, how your physical health impacts your mental health, and how to create lasting change. I combine evidence-based therapy with education about the nervous system, gut-brain connection, and holistic approaches to wellness.

While I focus on the mental and emotional aspects of healing, I work closely with trusted dietitians, functional medicine practitioners, and other holistic providers to ensure you have access to comprehensive support when you're ready.

I'm also pursuing certification in perinatal mental health to support women through the unique mind-body changes of pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood.

I keep my practice intentionally small so I can give each client the time, attention, and individualized care this work deserves.

Ready to take a step toward peace, confidence, and holistic healing?