Athena brings warmth and expertise to help people build practical daily coping skills and discover their own resilience. With extensive credentials including Licensed Independent Social Worker Supervisor (LISW-S), Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing training, she focuses on empowering people through evidence-based interventions that create real, lasting change.

What makes Athena uniquely effective is her combination of being a self-described “science geek” who loves learning with her lived experience of recovering from childhood and domestic violence trauma. This powerful blend allows her to offer both clinical expertise and authentic understanding of navigating dark places toward healing.

Her approach emphasizes empathetic listening while building meaningful connections. She utilizes practical, skills-based strategies that help people cope with present challenges while building long-term strength and confidence in their own abilities.

Outside of her client work, Athena prioritizes quality time with family and “fur babies,” understanding how important nurturing relationships are for maintaining wellness.