My experience in mind and body integration began in 1994 with my first yoga class after a major foot operation. I was so amazed at my body’s ability to heal with simple awareness that I had to learn more. This pursuit landed me in massage therapy school in 1998 where I was trained in various modalities including aromatherapy and Traditional Chinese Medicine and I acquired an understanding of the the concept of yin and yang and the wisdom in finding balance in all things.
For a period of time, I worked as a massage therapist as the owner of Renew Spa and Wellness, and I had the opportunity to immerse myself into the workings of the physical aspect of healing. I was able to expand my experience physical wellness as a Program Director for the American Cancer Society, where I spent several years developing programs and collaborating with other organizations to promote health through lifestyle change using traditional and complementary methods. During this time, I received my Bachelors Degree in Health Administrative Services/Health Promotion, a Masters in Social Work, and certification in Addiction Counseling. In 2007, I was trained by the EMDR Institute in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and have been truly stunned at the outcomes I've seen in clients. In 2018, I became a Registered Yoga Teacher through the University of Utah. In March 2020, I became a Certified Hypnotherapist through the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis, founded by Milton Erickson, MD. I'm a firm believer in ongoing learning and development :)
Over the years, I have had the privilege of working extensively with individuals, groups, and families at renowned treatment centers in Utah including the Cirque Lodge in Sundance, the Journey Recovery Centers in Sandy, and Inspire Fit Resorts in Park City. I’ve been in full-time private practice since 2008. I launched Real Caring Integrative Therapy in 2013 to include other therapists to work with me in a group practice. In 2019, I transitioned back to solo practice to free myself from the burdens of administrative work and allow for more focused clinical work. I maintain the Real Caring web site to feature the amazing therapists I've come to know along the way. **There are many more to be added when I have a chance to dedicate myself to updating this site!
More importantly than all of my professional qualifications is that I've gone through my own psychological journey of pain and healing and growth. It has been a privilege to have worked with so many people over the years who've had the courage to address painful issues that have held them back. I've been so inspired by the transformations I've witnessed and it's what keeps me in this space and moves me to continue my own work and become the best version of myself that I can be.
For a period of time, I worked as a massage therapist as the owner of Renew Spa and Wellness, and I had the opportunity to immerse myself into the workings of the physical aspect of healing. I was able to expand my experience physical wellness as a Program Director for the American Cancer Society, where I spent several years developing programs and collaborating with other organizations to promote health through lifestyle change using traditional and complementary methods. During this time, I received my Bachelors Degree in Health Administrative Services/Health Promotion, a Masters in Social Work, and certification in Addiction Counseling. In 2007, I was trained by the EMDR Institute in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and have been truly stunned at the outcomes I've seen in clients. In 2018, I became a Registered Yoga Teacher through the University of Utah. In March 2020, I became a Certified Hypnotherapist through the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis, founded by Milton Erickson, MD. I'm a firm believer in ongoing learning and development :)
Over the years, I have had the privilege of working extensively with individuals, groups, and families at renowned treatment centers in Utah including the Cirque Lodge in Sundance, the Journey Recovery Centers in Sandy, and Inspire Fit Resorts in Park City. I’ve been in full-time private practice since 2008. I launched Real Caring Integrative Therapy in 2013 to include other therapists to work with me in a group practice. In 2019, I transitioned back to solo practice to free myself from the burdens of administrative work and allow for more focused clinical work. I maintain the Real Caring web site to feature the amazing therapists I've come to know along the way. **There are many more to be added when I have a chance to dedicate myself to updating this site!
More importantly than all of my professional qualifications is that I've gone through my own psychological journey of pain and healing and growth. It has been a privilege to have worked with so many people over the years who've had the courage to address painful issues that have held them back. I've been so inspired by the transformations I've witnessed and it's what keeps me in this space and moves me to continue my own work and become the best version of myself that I can be.
