I grew up in a diverse family as one of four adopted children, including a sibling born in South Korea. From an early age, I became aware of cultural differences, identity, and marginalization — experiences that shaped my lasting curiosity about how culture, family systems, and life events influence who we become.

I became a social worker because of this deep interest in people’s stories, particularly how individuals navigate significant life transitions, grief, and emotional change. In my hospital and oncology work, I was drawn not just to circumstances or diagnoses, but to the human experience beneath them — identity shifts, resilience, loss, and the emotional impact of major life events.

Having relocated five times myself, including from the United States to the Netherlands where I now live, I understand how living abroad intersects with everyday challenges such as career changes, illness, relationship shifts, and evolving identity.

Today, I support adults and couples navigating the full range of life’s transitions while living internationally.

My approach is grounded in curiosity, cultural awareness, and a strong belief in connection. I offer a steady, thoughtful space where clients can process change and move forward with greater clarity and support.

I take a compassionate, client-centered approach, blending evidence-based therapeutic techniques with relational and psychosocial insights. I support adults navigating major life transitions by helping them process difficult emotions, explore shifts in identity and relationships, and manage stress. My focus is on understanding each person as a whole, nurturing resilience, self-awareness, and personal growth, and providing a safe and supportive space where clients can feel heard, gain clarity, and move forward with greater confidence and connection.

20+ years providing counseling and therapeutic support through major life transitions, grief, trauma, and identity shifts.

Founder of private practice, currently offering one-to-one counseling for adults navigating life changes.

Host of a support-focused networking group for entrepreneurs.-Extensive background in individual and family counseling and support group facilitation.

Oncology social work experience, providing counseling for patients and families navigating serious illness, complex medical decisions, grief, and life transitions — strengthening skills in trauma-informed care, emotional processing, and supporting identity under stress.

Strong skills in assessment, trauma-informed practice, and emotional processing.

Community-centered approach emphasizing connection, emotional support, and personal growth.

Developed and presented workshops; podcast guest, panel presenter, and event moderator.-Long career within major hospital systems serving high-need, diverse populations prior to private practice.

Degrees:
Master’s Degree in Social Work, University of Washington, Seattle, WA
Bachelor of Science in Social Work, Augsburg University, Minneapolis, MN

Select Trainings & Certifications:
Dr. Dan Siegel’s Comprehensive Course in Interpersonal Neurobiology (9-Week Online Intensive)
Mastering Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy for Trauma, Anxiety, Depression & Addiction
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy Certification
Mindfulness Certification Course (2-Day Intensive)
Walk-and-Talk Therapy: The Ins and Outs of Moving Your Practice Outdoors

Ongoing Learning:
I have spent the past 20 years continuing my professional education in emotional awareness, life transitions, grief, loss, and identity. These ongoing trainings help me bring depth, insight, and practical guidance to support adults and couples navigating the full range of life’s challenges — alongside the unique experiences of living abroad.




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