My story

My own mental and physical trauma led me to a career helping others through similar struggles.

Me two months into recovery at UW Medical Center.

In 2006 I survived a severe car crash with a traumatic brain injury, fractured skull, and broken neck and broken jaw. Now I help others find inner peace.

I’ve worked as an Urban Zen Therapist at UCLA, a Mindfulness Instructor at Seattle Brainworks, a Breakout Presenter at the Washington State TBI Conference, ongoing teacher at Brain Northwest and a yoga teacher since 2008. My skills and experience uniquely equip me to support your recovery and a more stable life.

My brain is a snowflake

Every brain and brain injury is different. Your recovery should be personalized.

My TBI experience at a glance:

2 months: Living with caregiver. Isolated and depressed.

6 months: Living with new caregiver. Anxious, angry and overwhelmed.

12 months: Not working. Building a routine. Unable to make decisions and had difficulty controlling my emotions.

Now: Use mindfulness and yoga to soothe my daily symptoms.