I understand you because

i am you.

So many hairdressers’ stories begin when they were children. I was never interested in styling doll hair, but my dolls had some deep relationships! They listened to each other, gave fashion advice, and went out together in their Barbie Corvette. I guess you could say I was all about the big picture from the beginning.

I contemplated working toward a career in nursing or mental health, or both, but when it came down to it, I was the happiest working retail. The schedule was flexible, I got to meet new people every day, and there was enough responsibility to keep me interested. My ability to problem solve quickly earned me management opportunities. From there it didn’t take long for me to find a genuine interest in helping people find their strengths, growing teams and training other managers to do the same. I worked my way up and at the end of my retail career I was training managers for Sephora.

I felt like I had been in the retail arena for long enough but had no idea what to do next. I asked my professional mentor what I should be and she told me I’d make a good hairdresser, so I asked my hairdresser and he agreed!

Since then, I have attended the cosmetology school, completed an apprenticeship under a Master Stylist, and trained with Beth Minardi, a leading colorist in the hair industry. I’ve trained as a Vidal Sassoon hair cutter and worked with Paul Mitchell Systems as a student and instructor. Having worked with DevaCurl from 2010-2020 I am a seasoned curly stylist confident with all curl types.

As I’ve passed through perimenopause and entered into menopause, I understand the unique needs of women’s hair. Our hair has changed but we still want to look our best! Estrogen affects the growth cycle of your hair, your scalp and follicle health, and the natural oils that keep hair smooth and lustrous. So, when estrogen levels go down as you move through the stages of menopause, your hair may thin, lose density, change texture, and become dry. I love helping you feel confident in your appearance while navigating changing hormones and will share my best practices for hair health during this time in our lives.

You can always count on honesty and integrity from me. I’m a straight shooter who listens carefully to understand your styling goals, then collaborates with you to create a plan to achieve them. As a strong communicator, I combine my intuition and vision to craft a personalized experience every time. I believe in the power of connection and supporting one another, and I’m deeply honored whenever someone trusts me to be part of their journey.

It’s a privilege to help you feel confident and empowered through your hair goals. Let’s get started together!