A little background...

Teacher. Mom. Juvenile Court Judge.

Life aspirations of an elementary school Matina. And really, I am not far off from those, just in a completely upside down and non traditional way (thanks Jesus). Ok, well except this whole writing thing- 4th grade Matina who avoided writing at all costs is so confused about how that one came to be, but I digress.

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As a prophetic voice of truth and identity- compassionate support with a little bit (or sometimes a lot a bit) of challenge is what you get. With laughter and tears probably thrown in the mix too.

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BOLD, AUTHENTIC, (A LITTLE BIT) SARCASTIC, ENCOURAGING and SAFE.​

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In clinical practice since 2014, my experience ranges from community mental health to private practice to school counseling and time as a therapist on the inpatient psychiatry and behavioral medicine unit at Seattle Children's Hospital. I have significant experience supporting adolescents through anxiety and depression as well with adults on issues of relational wounding and trauma.

I have been a ministry leader in church for over a decade leading women's ministry, discipleship groups, prayer ministry, serving as a counselor for leadership development cohorts and preaching. 

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Adventuring with Jesus is my way of life. Every moment an opportunity to be present and actively engaged while ceding control of the direction and outcome to Him. My passion is walking alongside people in their spiritual and emotional health journeys.

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