Physical Disability

As a social worker who has worked in each phase of the health care system as well as being a person who has their own physical disabilities, I bring a unique perspective to those who have disabilities, including celebrating and affirming our differences and discussing how we can bring more of that energy to the world at large.

Unfortunately, ableism is alive and well in our society and is rarely talked about, let alone addressed. My approach is firmly grounded in the belief that disability is a part of human diversity and does not need to be fixed. The harm caused by ableism runs deep and is pervasive. My personal experiences guide my work with clients who have disabilities and I use holistic techniques to help folks care for themselves, and provide a space that is validating, empowering, and empathetic.

As a therapist who lives with a physical disability, I understand the unique position that those with a chronic illness, disability or pain may be encountering. I will help you navigate any challenges you may be facing, as well as be an advocate for you.

I strongly believe that to thrive is to honor all of the layers of self: Bio-psycho-social-spiritual. My own experiences with disability inspired me to become a certified yoga teacher in 2011 through Eight Limbs Yoga in Seattle. I also specialized in areas like Yoga for Children with Autism, Trauma-Informed Yoga, and completed 100 hours of Yoga Therapy training . These certifications and my own experience have informed me as to how to help others with similar challenges thrive.

Learning to live with disability, be it something you recently discovered or that you have worked with your whole life, can take a lot of energy and time consuming. We will work together to process grief and reach acceptance and move into a comfortable living place.

I help people figure out life again after an injury, medical change, diagnosis, or disability. As a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, my training and experience has offered me unique insight in helping people with disabilities or medical conditions thrive.

I acquired a spinal cord injury in 1997 from a car wreck. I understand the adjustment from being able bodied to disabled.

I have 39 years of lived experience as a person with a mobility disability. I am now a below knee amputee and I have arthritis. I provide a safe and understanding place to explore the impact of disability and help my clients create a new life disability.

Learning to live with disability, be it something you recently discovered or that you have worked with your whole life, can take a lot of energy and time consuming. We will work together to process grief and reach acceptance and move into a comfortable living place.

I’ve got Cerebral Palsy (CP) and use a wheelchair for mobility. Additionally, I’m getting a Master’s of Arts in Disability Studies. We will use a variety of techniques depending on your unique situation. Some people may need trauma treatment, some people may need assistance with specific challenges and benefit from a solution-focused approach. Others may need assistance with problems not specifically related to disabilities but appreciate having a therapist who understands disabilities.

I have been working with individuals with disabilities for the past six years. I specialized in rehabilitation psychology during my postdoctoral fellowship. In other words, I had solid training and have had some great teachers who have helped me understand how to provide therapy that is specifically disability-affirmative. My approach is flexible and client-centered, which means this might be the only place in your life where you don't have to be the one to adapt.

We specialize in serving the Children with Life Limiting Illness and Children's Extensive Support population and their families. This includes children and families with chronic illnesses, developmental disabilities, and other special needs.

I am fluent in American Sign Language and provide culturally sensitive therapy to Deaf, DeafBlind, hard-of-hearing, late deafened, and Deaf+ individuals. I also have experience working with individuals who have experienced blindness, mobility issues, chronic pain/chronic medical conditions, traumatic brain injuries, and other physical disabilities. I advocate for disability justice and stand with the fight for access and inclusion.