I grew up on a farm in Hillsboro, Oregon.  I was the first in my family to attend college, and I was studying agricultural business when I stumbled upon a passion for psychology.  After graduating from Oregon State University, I spent the next 8 years of my life seeking new training (and life) experiences.  I was fortunate to learn from extraordinary mentors, colleagues, and clients in beautiful places such as Eugene, Oregon; New York City; and throughout California.