Meet Your Provider

In 2018, I began my journey in specializing in OCD treatment. At that time finding a youth OCD specialist to refer to was incredibly challenging and impossible on the Southside of Indianapolis. I jumped on the opportunity to learn more by way of reading, online trainings, and the in-person Child & Adolescent BTTI. As I learned more about ERP and had the experience of providing treatment to youth locally, I quickly realized it was a great fit for me as a provider.

In the years since, and with the opening of Freely Living in 2021, I continued to focus my practice to primarily serve children and adolescents who are experiencing OCD, phobias, or other anxiety disorders. By taking the time to specialize in this area, I have had the incredible opportunity to see countless lives improve from being stuck in doubt or fear. I have also witnessed how challenging OCD and anxiety disorders can be, that the journey is not an easy one, and that progress looks different for so many. Additionally, I’ve had several opportunities to experience that OCD and anxiety don’t always show up at the door alone and the child is not always the only one who needs support.

I appreciate each opportunity to walk alongside someone new and help support their chance at freely living. I also recognize that the “fit” with a therapist is incredibly important and there are times when that is just not me. It is always my intention to connect along the journey to ensure that each child and family is getting the support they deserve and offer referrals when needed.

Outside of the office, you’d likely find me spending time with my family (including 2 kids) and friends, enjoying nature, travel planning or daydreaming, and reading (or listening) to a book.

In case you’re wondering:

Education -
University of Indianapolis
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology - 2013
Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology - 2016
Concentration in Child and Adolescent Psychology

Licensure -
Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the State of Indiana
Endorsement as a Health Service Provider in Psychology (HSPP) - 2017

Clinical Training and Work History -
Community and Private Practice Settings - Outpatient Therapy, Assessment and Evaluation, and IOP - 2012-2016
Indianapolis-Based Group Private Practice - 2016-2021
Independent Practice - Freely Living OCD and Anxiety Therapy - 2021-now

Continuing Education

International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) Behavior Therapy Training Institute (BTTI) - Child and Adolescent OCD Training - 2018
Attendance in online IOCDF Conferences - 2021-2024
In-Person IOCDF Conference - 2025

I focus my continuing education in the areas of OCD assessment and treatment (ERP, ACT, I-CBT), PANS/PANDAS, Neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD, PDA), ARFID, and Child and Adolescent Anxiety.

I further support my work through ongoing participation in consultation groups with other specialists. I seek additional consultation for complex situations. I am also a member of the International OCD Foundation and attend Special Interest Groups through the IOCDF several times per year (primarily in Autism/OCD and PANS/PANDAS).