I am a lifelong learner that believes in progressive education, living simply and naturally on the earth and raising organic food, whenever I can. Currently, I live an urban lifestyle, but also love living in the woods and hope to again in the future.  I have my masters in art therapy from Goddard College and work/teach at Antioch University Seattle now. Progressive, personalized education is a passion of mine--and in some instances that may mean unschooling or homeschooling. But, mostly it means learning that comes from the individual's dreams, desires, needs and feeds them at a soul-level.  I also have a small psychotherapy practice in Ballard based on person centered principles of honoring the individual's personal process and allowing the growth, healing and learning to happen in a creative space using arts processes. My theory is that psychotherapy can be fun and inspiring in addition to promoting personal healing and growth.  I also enjoy making art from found objects, painting, and playing acoustic music (fiddle, mandolin). I love children and honor them as the beautiful, pure beings they are. There is no one more open, loving and kind--all aspirations I try to keep close to myself.