About Me
I’m a holistic therapist working at the intersection of Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic and sensorimotor therapy, and feminist-informed care.
My work is rooted in the belief that healing happens when we are truly met — not just in our minds, but in our bodies, our relationships, and our inner worlds.
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I am trained to support Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) and those navigating the complexities of trauma, identity, emotional overwhelm, and relational pain.
My style is warm, intuitive, and collaborative. I don’t sit above you with answers — I walk beside you, helping you listen more closely to yourself.
Education
2024- 2025
Pre- and Perinatal Psychology, Janet Evergreen and Tonya Ridings, Charlottesville, VA
Pre- and perinatal psychology focuses on the impact of early life experiences, including those during pregnancy and infancy, on emotional and psychological development. Through this work, I can guide both individuals and couples in developing stronger connections with themselves and their partners, promoting emotional well-being and deeper relationships. Pre- and perinatal psychology not only supports parents in fostering healthy attachments with their children but also helps adults heal and create the secure attachment they may not have experienced as a child.
2024- ongoing
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work
I am working under the supervision of Meghan Lincoln, LCSW, IFS Certified Therapist
2021-2023
Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA
With a Master's degree in Clinical Social Work, I view individuals as deeply connected to the larger systems around them, especially relationships. As social beings, our well-being is shaped by the quality of our relationships, which serve not only as an expression of our emotional health but also as a key resource for inner balance. By focusing on nurturing these connections, we can enhance emotional resilience, foster support, and create a foundation for holistic healing and personal growth.
2019-2022
IFS Level 1 and 2 & IFS for Couples, IFS Institute, NYC, NY/ Charlottesville, VA
I have completed both Level 1 and Level 2 as well as for Couples (Intimacy from the Inside Out IFIO) training in Internal Family Systems (IFS), allowing me to work deeply with individuals as well as couples. IFS enables clients to explore and harmonize the different parts of themselves, helping to resolve internal conflicts and heal from trauma.
In IFS couples therapy, the focus shifts to how each partner’s internal system interacts within the relationship. This approach allows partners to better understand their own triggers, communicate more effectively, and create a deeper, more compassionate connection with one another.
2019-2020
Massage Therapy, College for Chinese Medicine and Bodywork, NYC
As a licensed massage therapist with training from a College for Chinese Medicine and Bodywork, I bring a rich understanding of body mechanics and holistic healing into my practice. My approach to bodywork integrates traditional Eastern techniques with a focus on energy flow and physical well-being.
2016-2019
Yoga/ Buddhism, Brazil, Germany, Norway
In addition to my 200 h yoga teacher training with David Lurey and Mirjam Wagner in Brazil, I have also studied with Sarah Powers, deepening my knowledge in yoga, psychology, and Buddhism. Sarah's integrative approach weaves together the wisdom of yoga and mindfulness with insights from Buddhist teachings and psychological practices. This rich combination has profoundly shaped my teaching and personal practice, allowing me to offer students a well-rounded, mindful experience that nurtures both physical well-being and emotional clarity.
​Additionally, I have had the privilege of teaching at Ashtanga Yoga Studio in Berlin, where I share my passion for yoga with students, guiding them toward greater physical awareness and inner balance.
2018
PhD/ Doctor Title, Bucerius Law School, Hamburg/ Germany
I hold a PhD in Human Rights Law, with a focus on how human rights infringements profoundly impact individual and collective behavior. When fundamental rights are violated, it can alter psychological and social patterns, leading to behaviors rooted in fear, trauma, and survival. The infringement of rights often disrupts trust in institutions and communities, affecting not only individuals but also their relationships and environments. By understanding these dynamics, I aim to integrate insights from human rights law with therapeutic practices to help clients process the impact of systemic injustices on their emotional and psychological well-being.