Education
Southwestern College, Santa Fe, NM
Masters in Art Therapy/Counseling 2014
Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY
Bachelors of Art: Communication Design: Illustration, 2005
Professional Experience
Solace Crisis Treatment Center, Santa Fe, NM 2015 - Current
Clinical therapist using evidenced-based trauma-informed approaches,
including CBT, Somatic experiencing, and art therapy to individuals suffering
from PTSD, acute stress disorder, anxiety disorders, grief, loss, and depression.
Attachment Healing Center, Albuquerque, NM and Santa Fe, NM 2014 - 2015
Provided attachment and trauma based psychotherapy for individuals,
couples, children and families. Services informed by neuroscience,
attachment theory, trauma treatment, and structural family systems.
Provided case management for over 25 families, including treatment
plans, CYFD reports, and court hearings as needed.
American Art Therapy Association Conference, San Antonio, TX 2014
New Mexico Art Therapy Association, Santa Fe, NM 2013
Created and facilitated experiential “Stop Motion Art Therapy” workshops to fellow
art therapists and students at national and state level.
American Art Therapy Association (AATA) Technology Committee 2014
Serving Member, participating in dialogue and continued exploration of technology
use in the ever-expanding field of art therapy.
Casa Milagro, Adult Therapeutic Community Santa Fe, NM 2013-present
Provide support for 14 dual-diagnosed residents. Help assist in day-to-day living by
coordinating medications, organizing activities, and promoting quality of life.
OFFCenter Community Arts, Albuquerque, NM 2013 - 2014
Albuquerque Detention Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Lead workshops with various sized groups from 6-15 participants. Use the multi-
modal technique of “Stop motion art therapy” as a way to experientially allow
transformation and healing, using both art and music.
Engender Wellness, Albuquerque, NM 2013 - 2014
Counseled adults with substance abuse and addiction issues. Facilitated weekly
therapy groups. Used mindfulness-based techniques, art therapy, psycho-education,
and relational approaches. Conducted clinical assessments, developed treatment
plans, and managed case documentation.
Southwestern Counseling Center, Santa Fe, NM 2013 - 2014
Provided art therapy and counseling to individuals, children and adults. Issues include
impulsive behaviors, relationships, adjustment, depression, and anxiety. Administer
client needs assessments and art therapy assessments. Diagnose clients according to
DSM-IV standards. Create and implement appropriate treatment plans. Adapted art
directives to fit client needs and promote transformation.
Phame, Inc., Santa Fe, NM 2012-2013
Led weekly art sessions with a group of adults with developmental disabilities. Design
projects that encourage creativity, boost self-esteem, and sense of accomplishment.
Provide a safe, nurturing space for participants to express themselves while working
on fine motor, cognitive, and social skills through art making.
Hardin County Jail, Elizabethtown, KY 2011
Worked with women inmates, teaching painting techniques and encouraged them
to develop confidence in creating something new.
Volunteer Experience
Creativity for Peace, Santa Fe, NM 2013
Help with event planning and organization. Participate in collective art projects.
Interfaith Community Shelter and Food Depot, Santa Fe, New Mexico 2013
Assisted in setting up meal service and hospitality for shelter.
Kosair Children’s Hospital, Louisville, KY 2011
Spent time with patients and offered them art materials and space to make art.
Supported and listened to patients while they were in recovery or waiting for
surgery.
Groundswell Community Mural Project, Brooklyn, NY 2009-2010
Worked with students and other artists to create murals around the city.
Memberships and Organizations
American Art Therapy Association (AATA) Serve on the Technology Committee; 2015-2016
New Mexico Art Therapy Association (NMATA) Serve on the Board and Social Media Committee; 2015-current
Art Therapy Alliance
Art Therapy without Borders
Gallery Work & Exhibits
Managed gallery, exhibiting painting and sculpture. Organized and planned art shows.
Exhibited paintings and drawings in a number of New York art exhibits.
Publications
Published Chapter 8: Stop Motion Art Therapy in the Digital Art Therapy book,
edited by Ricky Garner, Published by Jessica Kingsley Press, 2016
2014 One of three films to be chosen and screened for Art Therapy Association (AATA) annual Film Festival, San Antonio, TX
2014 Southwestern College Wild Heart Gallery Group Capstone Show, Santa Fe, NM
2010 “Found on Governor’s Island” Governor’s Island, NY
2009 – 2010 Brooklyn Utopias at the Brooklyn Historical Society, NY
Southwestern College, Santa Fe, NM
Masters in Art Therapy/Counseling 2014
Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY
Bachelors of Art: Communication Design: Illustration, 2005
Professional Experience
Solace Crisis Treatment Center, Santa Fe, NM 2015 - Current
Clinical therapist using evidenced-based trauma-informed approaches,
including CBT, Somatic experiencing, and art therapy to individuals suffering
from PTSD, acute stress disorder, anxiety disorders, grief, loss, and depression.
Attachment Healing Center, Albuquerque, NM and Santa Fe, NM 2014 - 2015
Provided attachment and trauma based psychotherapy for individuals,
couples, children and families. Services informed by neuroscience,
attachment theory, trauma treatment, and structural family systems.
Provided case management for over 25 families, including treatment
plans, CYFD reports, and court hearings as needed.
American Art Therapy Association Conference, San Antonio, TX 2014
New Mexico Art Therapy Association, Santa Fe, NM 2013
Created and facilitated experiential “Stop Motion Art Therapy” workshops to fellow
art therapists and students at national and state level.
American Art Therapy Association (AATA) Technology Committee 2014
Serving Member, participating in dialogue and continued exploration of technology
use in the ever-expanding field of art therapy.
Casa Milagro, Adult Therapeutic Community Santa Fe, NM 2013-present
Provide support for 14 dual-diagnosed residents. Help assist in day-to-day living by
coordinating medications, organizing activities, and promoting quality of life.
OFFCenter Community Arts, Albuquerque, NM 2013 - 2014
Albuquerque Detention Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Lead workshops with various sized groups from 6-15 participants. Use the multi-
modal technique of “Stop motion art therapy” as a way to experientially allow
transformation and healing, using both art and music.
Engender Wellness, Albuquerque, NM 2013 - 2014
Counseled adults with substance abuse and addiction issues. Facilitated weekly
therapy groups. Used mindfulness-based techniques, art therapy, psycho-education,
and relational approaches. Conducted clinical assessments, developed treatment
plans, and managed case documentation.
Southwestern Counseling Center, Santa Fe, NM 2013 - 2014
Provided art therapy and counseling to individuals, children and adults. Issues include
impulsive behaviors, relationships, adjustment, depression, and anxiety. Administer
client needs assessments and art therapy assessments. Diagnose clients according to
DSM-IV standards. Create and implement appropriate treatment plans. Adapted art
directives to fit client needs and promote transformation.
Phame, Inc., Santa Fe, NM 2012-2013
Led weekly art sessions with a group of adults with developmental disabilities. Design
projects that encourage creativity, boost self-esteem, and sense of accomplishment.
Provide a safe, nurturing space for participants to express themselves while working
on fine motor, cognitive, and social skills through art making.
Hardin County Jail, Elizabethtown, KY 2011
Worked with women inmates, teaching painting techniques and encouraged them
to develop confidence in creating something new.
Volunteer Experience
Creativity for Peace, Santa Fe, NM 2013
Help with event planning and organization. Participate in collective art projects.
Interfaith Community Shelter and Food Depot, Santa Fe, New Mexico 2013
Assisted in setting up meal service and hospitality for shelter.
Kosair Children’s Hospital, Louisville, KY 2011
Spent time with patients and offered them art materials and space to make art.
Supported and listened to patients while they were in recovery or waiting for
surgery.
Groundswell Community Mural Project, Brooklyn, NY 2009-2010
Worked with students and other artists to create murals around the city.
Memberships and Organizations
American Art Therapy Association (AATA) Serve on the Technology Committee; 2015-2016
New Mexico Art Therapy Association (NMATA) Serve on the Board and Social Media Committee; 2015-current
Art Therapy Alliance
Art Therapy without Borders
Gallery Work & Exhibits
Managed gallery, exhibiting painting and sculpture. Organized and planned art shows.
Exhibited paintings and drawings in a number of New York art exhibits.
Publications
Published Chapter 8: Stop Motion Art Therapy in the Digital Art Therapy book,
edited by Ricky Garner, Published by Jessica Kingsley Press, 2016
2014 One of three films to be chosen and screened for Art Therapy Association (AATA) annual Film Festival, San Antonio, TX
2014 Southwestern College Wild Heart Gallery Group Capstone Show, Santa Fe, NM
2010 “Found on Governor’s Island” Governor’s Island, NY
2009 – 2010 Brooklyn Utopias at the Brooklyn Historical Society, NY
