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CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

I have a PhD in Couple and Family Therapy and am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the states of Iowa and Wisconsin. I currently see in-person and teletherapy clients at Prism Therapy Group.

 

Previously, I served as Associate Clinic Director, therapist, and group facilitator at the University of Iowa's LGBTQ Counseling Clinic and have provided individual, couples, family, and group services at other clinics and organizations, such as the Survival House Domestic Violence Shelter.

2024

Doctor of Philosophy

Ph.D. Couple & Family Therapy

University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA

Dissertation Defense Successfully Defended 11/11/2024

Dissertation: Trans Inclusive and Trans Competent Clinical Practices: Improving Clinical Intakes and Settings

Chair: Dr. Jacob B. Priest

2025

Master of Arts

In Progress 

Anticipated 

M.A. Educational Measurement & Statistics

University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA

Thesis (in progress): Factor Analysis and Dimensionality Assessment of Modified LGBT Minority Stress Scale for BIPOC LGBTQ+ American Population

Chair: Dr. Lesa Hoffman

2020

Master of Science

M.S. Human Development & Family Science

Focus: Marriage and Family Therapy

University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, MO

Thesis: A Narrative Inquiry into Trans and Gender Variant Identities and Adverse Stress Experiences

Chair: Dr. Jaimee Hartenstein

2018

B.A. Psychology

Bachelor of Arts

Minors: Anthropology, Sociology, Women’s Studies

Columbia College, Columbia, MO

GENDER-AFFIRMING CARE & LETTERS OF SUPPORT

I have experience working with gender minorities and previously served as a therapist, a group facilitator, and as the Associate Clinic Director for the LGBTQ Counseling Clinic at the University of Iowa. I provide gender-affirming mental health care and WPATH-based psychosocial assessments and letters of support.

CREDENTIALS

September 2024 - February 2025

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

LMFT

July 2024 - September 2026

LMFT

The State of Wisconsin, Department of Safety and Professional Services, MPSW Joint Board

Licensed Marital and Family Therapist

​Board of Behavioral Science, IDPH/Bureau of Professional Licensure, Iowa Department of Public Health

May 2019 - May 2026

Certified Clinical Trauma Professional

CCTP

International Association of Trauma Professionals, Evergreen Certifications

May 2019 - May 2026

CFTP

Certified Family Trauma Professional

International Association of Trauma Professionals, Evergreen Certifications

January 2023 — Present

Supervisor Candidate

American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)

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