Education
University of Michigan (2016)
Ann Arboy, MI
- Certificate in Sex Therapy
University of Michigan (2015)
Northwestern University (2011)
Evanston, IL
- BA: Gender Studies, Theater
Experience
Individual, Couples and Sex Therapist, Philadelphia, PA
Center for Growth
April 2016 – Present
- Provided individual, couples and group therapy sessions focusing on sexual function, relationship health and grief.
- Wrote weekly client-facing articles on issues of sexual dysfunction and compulsive behaviors.
- Provided individual and family therapy sessions using CBT and TF-CBT modalities to youth and their parents
- Conducted intake assessments for new clients and completed relevant CMH paperwork and referrals.
Assistant Director, Ann Arbor, MI
Educational Theater Company at University of Michigan
Aug 2014- Apr 2016
- Created and implemented theater-based curriculum for student facilitators re: sexual assault prevention, anti-racist bystander intervention and survivor support.
- Wrote and directed performances for Transfer Student Orientation programs, assisted in direction of Freshman Student Orientation and Change It Up Bystander Intervention performances.
- Provided crisis counseling to adult survivors of sexual assault during medical examinations. Utilized CBT and somatic techniques to combat flashbacks, panic attacks and other symptoms of trauma-related disorders.
- Advocated for medical and legal rights of survivors pertaining to medical treatment and evidence collection.
Clinical Intern, Livonia, MI
Starfish Family Services Lifespan Clinic
Jan 2015- Jan 2016
Program Director, Chicago, IL Co-Founder
For Youth Inquiry (FYI)
Jun 2011 – Aug 2014
- Created theater and visual arts curriculum for grades 6-12 addressing National Sexual Health Education topic areas such as biological development, emotional regulation, relationship and communication skills, and risk reduction.
- Envisioned and implemented educational program strategies, structures and approach.
- Sold and staffed FYI youth programs, handled client paperwork, collected and analyzed evaluation data.
- Sought out community partnerships; increased youth served from 1,000 to 2,500 from 2012 to 2014.
Medical Advocate, Chicago, IL
Rape Victim Advocates
Jul 2012 – Jul 2014
Peer Education Coordinator, Evanston, IL
NU Women's Center
Jun 2011- 2013
- Led support groups using theater therapy techniques to process and respond to gendered violence and oppression.
- Facilitated student creation of peer education curriculum around gender identity and expression.
- Coordinated and staffed peer education programs in campus residence halls and organizations.
- Provided trauma response training to all actors participating in performance portion of program.
- Coordinated staffing and implementation of orientation programs, created and managed program budget.
“Student Body” Sexual Assault Orientation Producer, Evanston, IL
Northwestern University
Apr 2011–Aug 2014
Mentor Sept, Chicago, IL
Ag47 Girls Collective
2011- 2013
- Facilitated artistic growth and self-expression for underserved girls ages 11-15 through visual art workshops.
- Worked with high school students to create and implement visual arts curriculum exploring loss, grief, and violence.
Program Instructor, Chicago, IL
After School Matters
Aug 2011- Apr 2012
Support Group Calendar