
A little bit about me...




A former mental health therapist and perpetual idealist, I design products that make the world a little better. This shapes my work to be user-centered, research-based, accessible, trauma-informed, and ideally a little bit fun. ✨🌈
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I thrive in purpose-driven, scrappy environments like startups and agencies where I can think systemically, wear multiple hats, and collaborate with smart, kind people. Most recently, I led product design at Marigold Health, a digital health startup focused on mental health and substance use recovery. Prior to this I was at SonderMind, designing for millions of therapy sessions nationwide. While my values align best with healthcare and education, I enjoy working on a range of social good projects.
I’m currently an organizer of the Chattanooga UX group and a mentor at DesignLab. I'm open to conversations about additional mentoring or advisory support for individuals or teams.
Outside of work, you might find me rock climbing, having kitchen dance parties with my toddler, keeping my Wordle and Connections streaks alive, or searching for the best French pastries outside of France. Sometimes I get a wild hair and do things like ride my bike across the country to raise awareness about affordable housing or volunteer at Patch Adams' clown hospital.​
Some things I've written:
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Spearheading a website redesign for Viget's Pro Bono Program benefiting underserved populations
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Explaining why websites are always a work in progress (and that's a good thing)
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Advice for how to flourish as a new hire at a fully remote company
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Reflections on my UX apprenticeship at Viget (intended for prospective applicants)
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Common advice I give to my mentees at DesignLab (but potentially useful for other bootcamp students)
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Not UX Design related, but if you are a rock climbing mom, this Baby Beta blog might be a useful resource!
Want to connect?
My inbox is always open. Really. I have been blown away by all the kindness and support I have received from others over the years, and I strongly believe in the importance of paying it forward. I love connecting with other designers or people interested in social good. If you want to grab a virtual cup of coffee, I'm just an email or Linkedin message away. ☕ 💕