Whether it was classical ballet, acting, singing, directing, or technical theatre, the stage served as my release-my vessel to healing. It has been therapeutic to me in many ways. As I reflect upon what I love most about performing arts, it is the stories-the opportunities presented to delve deep into the inner worlds of characters and share those stories with others. Within those stories are opportunities for mirroring and opportunities for connection as human beings.

This is what led me to psychology.

I obtained my Bachelors in Theatre Arts from Birmingham-Southern College and obtained my Masters in Clinical Psychology with an LGBTQ+ specialization from Antioch University Los Angeles where I am now honored to be adjunct faculty. My training and experience continued beyond graduate school at the Los Angeles LGBT Center, various private practices, and Destinations to Recovery. I am humbled and inspired by my work as a clinical supervisor with pre-licensed clinicians.