I was a creative youth and active athlete in figure skating with a love of dance and the great outdoors, arts, and animals. After an injury and when my parents divorced I had to stop my sport so my grandmother encouraged me to learn life drawing. I soon found meditation in high school through friends and volunteering through mentors who also encouraged self-awareness and creative expression. Eventually, I found a career path in Art Therapy. I soon raised two lovely step-daughters and my own spectacular daughter in a marriage grounded in creativity and adventure. My career evolved through many local social service agencies and public education over the years including creative community arts events. I became a yoga teacher and integrated the benefits of holistic health and wellness into my private practice. I sincerely love helping children, teens, adults, and other parents create peace in their lives. I love hiking, nature, hanging out with my friends and family, my dog, Yogi, and engaging in all things healthy and creative. It is truly when I feel most alive.