About Me
About Me
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with more than twenty years of experience working in the mental health and social work field.
I was born and raised in the United Kingdom in the city of Reading. I completed my academic training at Brunel University London, earning a Master’s degree in Social Work in 2010.
Throughout my career I have worked in a wide range of environments including community mental health services, hospitals, psychiatric hospitals, schools, correctional facilities, rehabilitation programs, homeless services and residential programs for children, adults and seniors. These diverse settings have allowed me to work with individuals facing a broad range of life circumstances and challenges.
Working across these systems has given me a deep appreciation for both the complexity of human experience and the resilience people carry. I have seen how people can feel stuck or overwhelmed by difficult experiences but I have also seen how meaningful change can occur when individuals are given the right support, tools and space for reflection.
Like many people, my own background includes navigating challenges such as economic hardship, cultural transition, discrimination, loss and family conflict. These experiences have shaped my understanding of how life circumstances can affect mental health and reinforced my belief that growth often begins with honest reflection and self-understanding.
Clients often describe my style as thoughtful, direct and collaborative. I believe therapy works best when there is both genuine human connection and a structured clinical approach that supports meaningful and lasting change.
In addition to providing therapy I also offer clinical supervision for associate therapists working toward licensure, supporting their development as ethical and thoughtful practitioners.
Outside of my professional work, I value time with my family and enjoy staying active. I spend a lot of time supporting my children’s activities, including youth sports and enjoy playing soccer and pickleball when I can. I also enjoy cooking and working on home projects, which provide a good balance to the demands of clinical work.
Qualifications
Years in Practice: 20 years plus.
School: Brunel University, London, UK
License No. and State: LW 60688740 Washington