A little about me. 

As a first generation Hungarian-American, I’ve spent much time reflecting on the difficulties that first-gen teens and adults face. From family conflicts, differences in values, feelings of shame over being “different”, confusion over self-identity….the list of struggles is long and can be overwhelming to cope with alone. I really enjoy helping others who are having a hard time navigating identity, whether this is gender or culture or anything in between. I fully believe in the inherent strength of each person who might just need a little guidance and some updated skills along the way to truly maximize their lives. I’ve seen folks make some truly incredible changes and this is something I find endlessly rewarding as a therapist.

I’ve spent much of my life traveling and being immersed in other ways of living and this has informed much the work I do today. I strive to meet each new client with openness and flexibility, being patient to truly understand the issues before providing immediate solutions. I’m currently settled in and living near the mountains of the PNW and am happily providing therapy remotely via Zoom to tweens, teens, and adults needing more support in their lives.  The outdoors are my happy place and I try to spend as much time as possible in the elements, as I truly believe in the power of nature to restore and refresh us when we are feeling depleted. When not working I enjoy finding time for weekend adventures with my husband, two daughters, and pup Izzie.

Education & background. 

I spent much of my early career working in accounting and titles before I found myself gravitating towards a career that had long interested me much more: social work and psychology. Spending over a year abroad in South America teaching English many years ago solidified a decision to go back to school for an entirely different kind of education. In 2016, I completed a Master of Social Work, with a mental health focus, through the University of Southern California. I have always been fascinated by the mind and human behavior, and in the way that these can be shaped to create a more fulfilling life and positive outlook. During my last year of graduate school, I spent my internship in a non-profit setting in Seattle, helping adults with severe and persistent mental illness build skills to achieve a higher quality of life.

Upon graduation, I began work at a community mental health agency as an adult outpatient therapist, helping dozens of clients with various diagnoses achieve goals outlined in comprehensive treatment plans. Seven years ago, I found myself working with the fabulous team at DBT Eastside, where my love for DBT therapy (and more recently, Radically Open-DBT!) has only grown stronger. I have also grown my own private practice along the way: The Lookout Counseling Services. Along the way I have gained valuable experience with all kinds of people as well as training in several different therapeutic modalities. I genuinely enjoy learning about people and what makes them tick....and what could potentially make their lives better.