Through years of navigating pain, shame, and the weight of hiding, I learned that true healing begins in the practice of forgiveness—of myself, of others, and of the stories that kept me small. As a fat, queer, gender non-conforming person who came out later in life, I know the pain of oppression and the exhausting act of hiding just to belong. Through my own unmasking, I’ve learned to transform both internal wounds and the limiting stories we carry, and I now stand alongside others as they unmask their truths and live openly in their authenticity.

A deep connection to nature and the magic of the wild world guides my work. Mentors and teachers have grounded me in the rhythms of natural cycles, wisdom I integrate into the SomaRoot Center for Embodied Arts. Here, healing is rooted in earth’s patterns and supported through somatics, counseling, and expressive arts. My approach honors Indigenous traditions from South America and Asia—passed down through apprenticeships and training—woven together with Western science, neurophysiology, and somatic movement practices.

I believe that by aligning with the creative power of change, transformation becomes not only possible but accessible. Tapping into these resources has allowed me to overcome challenges and cultivate a deeper connection with body, spirit, and community. With clients, I support reconnection to parts of the self lost to trauma, stress, or life transitions. Together, we create personalized practices that foster body-mind balance, expand emotional regulation, and transform habits that limit growth. Whether working with individuals or groups, I bring curiosity, creativity, and care to make healing a courageous, playful, and embodied experience.