Compassionate, Integrative Mental Health Care for First Responders and Military Service Members/Veterans

Welcome!

“Your life is a sacred journey and it’s about change, growth, discovery, movement, transformations, continuously expanding your vision of what is possible, stretching your soul, learning to see clearly & deeply, listening to your intuition, taking courageous risks, and embracing challenges at every step along the way. You are on the path exactly where you are meant to be right now…and from here, you can only go forward, shaping your life story into a magnificent tale of triumph, of healing, of courage, beauty, wisdom, power, dignity, & love.”

Important Office Notes:

My office has DOGS that are in the office with me. If you have severe allergies or are not a “dog person”, then my office may not be the right fit for you.

Meet “Dude”! He is an 11 year old Patterdale Terrier/Chihuahua mix who I adopted from Burlington Animal Services in 2015. I am not sure of his past, but I’m sure there was abuse of some kind as he is still somewhat shy and timid. He is NOT a therapy dog, but I am hoping one day he will recover enough to really interact more with people. For now, he’s learning to trust again and will let you pet him once he feels safe with you.

And here’s “Lexi” my newest addition. Adopted from Carolina Boxer Rescue in May of 2022, this 4 year old Rhodesian Boxer is full of life and energy! Thanks to Sally Said So training, she is currently working on her Canine Good Citizen certification and then on towards her official therapy-dog certification. She’s recently been accepted as Burlington Police Department’s official Therapy Dog! You can find us there every few weeks making sure that officers, telecommunicators, and admin/staff are getting plenty of puppy love. She is visiting other agencies too (Graham PD, Elon Fire Department, Burlington FIre Department) as we want her designation to be “FIRST RESPONDER THERAPY DOG”. Let us know if you want us to schedule a visit to your agency!

MORE Announcements

Here’s where I update my office news! This is current as of April 29, 2025

  • Out of the office: May 2-May13th, 2025 Limited internet and sporadic checking of email only

  • Hey guys, my caseload is pretty full! I do save a few spots for traumatic incidents/first responder involved incidents, so if you need something don’t hesitate to reach out.

  • I have taken on an amazing intern, Julie Mattice, and she will have some spaces available when we get her settled. As a military wife and daughter of a first responder, she fits in well with my practice. She will be with me until December and will be offering sliding scale and pro bono services for those who qualify.

  • AND, my partner-in-crime, Samantha Mitchell, also has space for first responders. I’m so excited that she will finally be in the office with me! “Sam” is also a Certified First Responder Counselor, and the wife of a first responder. She was previously the embedded crisis clinician at Burlington Police Department, has taught CIT classes, and is also EMDR trained. You can visit Sam’s profile at: https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1481697

While I will only be taking on First Reponders/Law Enforcement and Military Service Members as “regular” clients from here on out, I will continue to accept EAP referrals from MyGroup and Backline Cares, Inc. 

STUDENTS SEEKING PRACTICUM/INTERNSHIP PLACEMENT: I am currently booked til summer 2026!!

***I do not do custody evaluations or any other assessments ordered by a court of law***