As a Training Fellow:
I am a white genderqueer MSW student with a background in therapeutic intuitive movement for trauma recovery and exploratory expressive arts. My approach is collaborative, eclectic, creative, and queer. I specialize in supporting children, emerging adults, and adults through acute and complex trauma, anxiety, dissociation, and burnout.
I believe our body holds the healing, and work within this context. Our bodies hold such deep memories of our life stories, and oftentimes this can make our bodies tired! This can surface as many things, such as dissociation, anxiety, panic or burnout. My approach is centered in co-regulationing our nervous systems and releasing tension in mind, body, and spirit through trauma-informed techniques. Together, we will explore the intricacies of how you are moving through life and ways to nourish and nurture your authentic self.
In our space, I invite open discussions on how challenges like transphobia, racism, or ableism might impact your ability to find joy and feel secure. I believe in creating community-oriented, radically inclusive and accessible, trauma-informed therapeutic spaces to actively deconstruct the systemic barriers imposed by capitalism in the mental health field.
When a seed is not in bloom, we don’t blame its nature; we ponder if it craves more sunlight, thirsts for more water, or yearns for richer soil. Just as the earth nurtures the seed, our surroundings nourish us, shaping our growth. Together, we will foster that blossoming.
As Community Programs Coordinator:
As a highly creative and adaptable professional, I bring a unique blend of organizational skills and a deep understanding of human connection to my work as a Groups and Event Coordinator. With a background in trauma-informed practices, expressive arts, and community building, I specialize in creating inclusive, accessible, and collaborative experiences that foster healing and growth.
I am passionate about developing spaces where individuals can connect, learn, and thrive—whether through workshops, group sessions, or community events. My eclectic and holistic approach to event planning ensures that each gathering is authentic and supports the diverse needs of participants. In addition to my past experience as a group facilitator at the UNC Farm at Penny Lane, a coffee shop manager, and an MSW student and fellow, I draw from my background in therapeutic movement and expressive arts to design experiences that promote collective well-being, cultivate belonging, and celebrate personal growth.
Outside of work, you’ll often find me dancing, hiking, or creating something in the ceramic studio. I am dedicated to designing events that challenge systemic barriers while fostering a nurturing, empowering, and deeply engaging environment for all.
