About Me

I was born in Yerevan, Armenia, and moved to the United States at age 12 after the Soviet Union’s collapse. During a time of scarcity and hardship, art became my refuge—a way to express my experiences and stay connected to my culture. I earned a BA in Art Studio and Art History, followed by an MAT in Art Education, teaching middle school art in Title 1 schools for six years.

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After facing my own challenges as a single mother and divorcee, I pursued an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Art Therapy at Lesley University. I completed my internship at Barnabas Horse Foundation, specializing in equine therapy, and now work as an art therapist.

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I use a humanistic, person-centered approach, blending talk therapy with art to help clients of all ages process emotions and heal. I work with a range of issues, including anxiety, trauma, grief, and self-esteem, always aiming to meet clients where they are. I’m also committed to giving back through community outreach and volunteer work.