CLINICAL INTERN
Pronouns: She/Her
I was drawn to counseling through experiences that showed me how powerful it can be to have someone genuinely listen, be present, and believe in your ability to move forward during difficult seasons of life. Before entering the counseling field, much of my professional experience centered on supporting, mentoring, and building relationships with people from many different backgrounds. Those experiences helped me recognize that connection, empathy, and curiosity are some of the qualities I value most and ultimately led me to pursue counseling.
I am especially interested in working with adolescents, young adults, and individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, identity development, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I am particularly passionate about supporting teens and young adults who may be figuring out who they are, where they belong, or how to manage the expectations placed on them by family, peers, school, work, or themselves. I also value working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds and strive to provide LGBTQIA+ affirming and culturally responsive care.
My approach to counseling is primarily grounded in Person-Centered Therapy and Narrative Therapy. I believe clients are the experts on their own lives, and my role is not to tell you who you should be or what your life should look like. Instead, I hope to create a collaborative space where you can better understand yourself, explore the stories and experiences that have shaped you, recognize strengths that may be difficult to see right now, and decide what you would like to carry forward.
I integrate strategies from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). These approaches provide practical tools for understanding patterns between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, assist in developing coping and emotional regulation skills, identifying personal values, and finding new ways to respond when life feels overwhelming or stuck. Above all, I want therapy to feel human. Clients can expect warmth, curiosity, authenticity, collaboration, and even a little humor when appropriate.
As a Clinical Intern, I work primarily with individuals, relational structures, families, and groups. I am especially excited to work with adolescents ages 13–17, emerging adults and college-aged clients, as well as families navigating the challenges and transitions that can accompany adolescence and young adulthood.
I am currently pursuing my Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Seattle University, with an anticipated graduation in 2027. Previously, I earned my Bachelor of Science in Sociology at Florida State University.
Before pursuing counseling, I spent several years in hospitality and hotel management, where I supported guests and staff through a wide range of situations and helped mentor team members from many different backgrounds. This work has sharpened skills I now bring directly into the therapy room, including: remaining calm and present with clients during stressful life transitions, navigating conflict with care and compassion, and meeting people from all walks of life where they are.
I believe therapy can provide a rare opportunity to slow down and be curious about yourself without judgment. My hope is that our work together can help you understand yourself more deeply, strengthen your relationship with yourself and others, and build confidence in your ability to navigate whatever comes next.
Outside of the counseling room, you can usually find me outdoors paddleboarding, hiking, or camping. I also enjoy photography, birding, and reading. I try to bring the same curiosity and unhurried pace to my own adventures that I hope to bring to sessions with my clients.
Maddie is a bachelor’s level mental health counseling intern in the state of Washington supervised by Sharayah Lewis, LMHC (LH60632926)(NPI number is 1528479938).
