Marginalized Communities
Intersectional Approach
Relationships
Multi-ethnic/racial Black
Cis-Gender Woman
Bisexual
Several Invisible Illnesses
Raised Christian, Now More Spiritual
Neurodiverse
Mother Through Adoption and Giving Birth
Becoming an LMFT Supervisor wasn’t something I initially planned. During graduate school and my early years as a therapist, my focus was solely on supporting clients and obtaining enough hours to upgrade my licensure to an independent one. It wasn’t until I was encouraged to supervise MFT graduate interns by my best friend that also worked with me, that I discovered how much I valued mentoring new therapists. That experience made me realize I
wanted to be the kind of supervisor I had once needed—present, supportive, and genuinely invested. I decided to create a positive, growth-focused experience for those I supervise. Through this work, I hope to contribute to a more compassionate and collaborative mental health community.
My supervision approach is influenced by Developmental, Feminist, and Post-Modern models of supervision. I approach supervision from an integrative lens; in order to have the most complete view possible. It is my role as a supervisor to help the supervisee recognize and attend to issues of power and privilege regarding ethnicity, gender, race, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, et cetera. It is also my role as a supervisor to create a collaborative environment in which the supervisee learns from myself as I learn from them, while recognizing that as the supervisor
I have inherent power within the relationship. Also, within this collaborative environment I strive to ensure the supervisee feels appropriately challenged, empowered, and nurtured. It is my job as a supervisor is to help the supervisee become a competent, self-assured, and independent therapist.
When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with family and friends or savoring a quiet moment to myself. I’m a fan of what I lovingly call “grandma activities” — gardening, listening to good music, reading, and relaxing with a good cup of tea.
Doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy, National University (Exp 2027)
Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Texas Woman’s University
AAMFT Approved Supervisor
Gottman Level III Certification
Leadership in Equity and Development of Racial Responsibility Series