I live on occupied Akimel O’odham and Pee Posh Territory (Phoenix, Arizona)

I am a healer, a writer, and an artisan.

I am third generation Chicana with Mayan ancestry. I am still discovering family roots. I am also a third generation Dane with French roots.

I am decolonizing. I am on my own journey and working to help others find their own paths toward decolonizing their lives.

I am a trauma coach. I am a master’s level community counselor who has moved toward coaching to support those healing trauma histories. I work to create inclusive safe spaces for BIPOC LGBTQ members.

I am a special educator with extensive experience working with children identified with ASD and those in the early childhood population.

Degrees, Diplomas, and Certifications

Master Practitioner Certificates

Reiki and Mindfulness Practitioner April 2018

Diploma Holistic Wellness Practitioner 

Certificates of Excellence – Hypnotherapy, Life Coaching, and Holistic Nutrition

Southwest Institute of Healing Arts, Tempe, AZ August 2014

M.C. Community Counseling 

The University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ May 2001

B.A.E. Special Education 

Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ Dec 1997