I was raised on the Dine’ homeland by a strong mother doing her best to break cycles even without a roadmap. My father left when I was young, and both of my parents struggled with addiction. That meant I had to grow up quickly, caring for myself and learning how to “push through” even when things were hard.

We didn’t always have what we needed, and we didn’t talk about things like healing or emotions. My mother moved us away from extended family because she wanted something different for us. I know now that she did the best she could with what she had. I carry that understanding with me.

There were bright spots, too. I remember my grandfather’s ceremonies, he was a traditional healer. I didn’t know it then, but simply witnessing his way of being planted something in me. At the time, I thought healing was something that came from others. I didn’t yet know it could live within.

I went to school in Flagstaff, Arizona (home to one of the Dine’ four sacred mountains) and fell in love with the area. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Social Work there and returned to the Dine’ homeland to work with my people. Eventually, I moved back to Flagstaff to raise my family.

In Flagstaff, I worked in schools and began volunteering as a victim advocate. That led me to a position at a Child Advocacy Center where I supported Native children and families navigating trauma. It was there that the call to deepen my work grew louder. I returned to school and earned my master’s degree in Social Work, reviving the dream I had once paused to raise my children.

When I first tried therapy, it didn’t feel quite right. I didn’t feel seen or understood in the way I needed maybe because I’m Native American, or maybe because my experiences just didn’t translate into the space. That changed when I discovered Internal Family Systems (IFS) during a professional training. I became curious and began exploring it on my own, and something clicked. IFS gave me a way to relate to myself with compassion instead of judgment. It helped me truly heal not just cope. Since then, I’ve trained in both IFS and Somatic IFS and continue deepening my learning. Now, I offer these approaches to clients who are ready to go deeper, too.

My approach to therapy is grounded in cultural values, deep presence, and respect for your inner wisdom. I walk beside clients, not as someone with all the answers, but as someone who knows how powerful it is to be truly seen. I specialize in supporting Indigenous and BIPOC individuals, trauma survivors, and those navigating identity, grief, and major life transitions.

Whether you're just beginning or continuing your healing journey, I offer a space where you can feel safe, understood, and supported. If you're seeking clarity, connection, and confidence; and a therapist who honors your story.

I'm here to walk with you.