With a background in literature and studio art from the University of Puget Sound, she has worked as a reading specialist and tutor for children with developmental disabilities, as an educator for Apple, and as a yoga instructor. She is currently a pediatric intermediate care nurse at Doernbecher Children’s Hospital where she specializes in trauma-informed and family-centered care. She is passionate advocate for mental health and women’s empowerment. She currently lives in Portland with her wonderful rescue mutt Helo and an astounding number of books.