Primary Area of ExpertisePediatric Behavioral Health
I enjoy connecting with kids and families and helping them to be seen, heard and valued. I am excited to be a part of the Mosaic Pediatrics team who share a common set of values and commitment to serving individuals, families and the greater community.
I grew up in California but spent my childhood summers in Bend. I am a wife and mother of two children, two doggies, and two guinea pigs. I love walking, biking, hiking, kayaking, and Nordic skiing. I am grateful for the ongoing learning I experience through my work with children, teens, and their families.
Other Areas of Expertise
- Children/Adolescents and Families
- Adjustment disorders
- Anxiety
- Bereavement/Grief/Loss/Miscarriage/Stillbirth
- Depression
- Divorce/separation and blended families and the parenting challenges associated with these life experiences
- Gender Identity and Gender affirming care
- Parenting skills and support (TBRI strategies)
- Relationships and communication
- Trauma informed care
Additional Areas of Interest
- Adoption (ACT certification in process)
- Bi-racial/multi-racial individuals/families
- Brief Solution Focused Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Cultural sensitive care
- Mindfulness
- Positive Psychology
Education
- Masters in Social Work, University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)
- Masters in Sociology and Research, California State University Northridge (CSUN)
- Bachelors Degree in Sociology, California State University Northridge (CSUN)
