Tender Roots Counseling, LLC

“To heal you have to get to the root of the wound and kiss it all the way up”

-Rupi Kaur

This quote has been deeply meaningful both to my personal journey as well as my professional work. I believe that nurturing the spots most tender within us will heal ourselves and the greater world.

I am a White, cisgender female. I have a deep connection with nature and feel the most restored in the forest or by the river. I come from a line of teachers, social workers, and therapists. I knew at the age of 10 that I wanted to be a social worker when I got older. I grew up in the Midwest and completed my Bachelors degree in Social Work at Central Michigan University. I relocated to Portland 10 years ago. I completed my Masters of Social Work at Portland State University. I interned and then worked at Morrison Child and Family Services for a total of 5 years. During my time at Morrison I became certified in Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and completed my licensure.

In my professional life I have been a daycare provider, camp counselor and director, paraprofessional, preschool teacher, and worked in a therapeutic school before becoming a therapist. I have over 18 years of experience working with children of all ages.

In my personal time you can find me at the river with my dog, Nova, hiking in the forest (and hugging a tree or two), having coffee with friends, reading, or reflecting over tea.