- Studied art, Iyengar yoga & Transcendental Meditation - Florence, Italy, 1974/75
- Bachelor of Fine Art, 1976
- Personal Care Attendant to Fulbright scholar, Tokyo, Japan, 1976/77
- Study abroad, Iyengar yoga, classical piano, Florence, Italy, 1978
- Death of my father, 1978
- Began seeing a therapist, 1980
- Established residency in New Orleans, La. 1980 - 1988
- Loyola University, Music Theory & Composition studies, 1982/83
- Art Consultant, New Orleans, 1983/84
- Massage training at Institute of Psycho-Structural Balancing, 1984
- Massage Therapist & Yoga Teacher, private practice, 1984/85
- Piano teacher, private practice, 1984/85
- Pianist, Fairmont Hotel, 1984/85
- Moved to Nevada City, CA, 1988
- Business consultant/coach, Grass Valley, CA, 1989/91
With a marriage and 4 children later,
my deepest love and connection were found in motherhood.
Unfortunately, our marriage dissolved when our children were 1, 3, 5 & 6 years, but it was the trials and tribulations of single parenting that taught me the most about
building distress tolerance and, ultimately, resilience.
- Moved to Vermont, 1995 w/children and began writing/songs on
- Started "Music Matters," piano teaching & performing, business, 1997-2024
- MA in Counseling Psychology, Union Institute & University, 2010
- Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor #068.0066934
- Licensed Alcohol Drug Abuse Counselor #151.0127944
My background includes a broad range of experience, from business consulting to decades of experience in the expressive arts. I have discerned that control over your life comes as you develop compassion for self and others and set clear intentions about your aspirations. Within these two concepts/practices lie the keys to creating the life you want. Well-equipped from life, school and 15 years of clinical practice, I am happy to help you in your healing journey and look forward to having a
conversation for possibilities. Call for a free consultation or to schedule a session.