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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 Colorado, Iowa, and Wisconsin. I currently serve as a therapist and the Director of Clinical Development and Outreach at Radiant Pathways Counseling and Wellness.
Previously, I served as a 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.
EDUCATION
2024
Ph.D. Couple & Family Therapy
Doctor of Philosophy
University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
Dissertation: Trans Inclusive and Trans Competent Clinical Practices: Improving Clinical Intakes and Settings
Chair: Dr. Jacob B. Priest
2025
Anticipated
M.A. Educational Measurement & Statistics
Master of Arts
In Progress
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
Bachelor of Arts
B.A. Psychology
Minors: Anthropology, Sociology, Women’s Studies
Columbia College, Columbia, MO
CREDENTIALS
January 2025 — PRESENT
COLORADO
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
LMFT
Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies, Division of Professions and Occupations, State Board of Marriage and Family Therapist Examiners
September 2024 — PRESENT
LMFT
WISCONSIN
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
The State of Wisconsin, Department of Safety and Professional Services, MPSW Joint Board
July 2024 — PRESENT
LMFT
IOWA
Licensed Marital and Family Therapist
​Board of Behavioral Science, IDPH/Bureau of Professional Licensure, Iowa Department of Public Health
January 2023 — PRESENT
Supervisor Candidate
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American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)
May 2019 — PRESENT
CCTP
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
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International Association of Trauma Professionals, Evergreen Certifications
May 2019 — PRESENT
CFTP
Certified Family Trauma Professional
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International Association of Trauma Professionals, Evergreen Certifications