Merritt is a graduate student completing her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She holds a bachelor’s degree in English Literature and believes deeply in the power of story—the stories we live, the stories we tell ourselves, and the stories we have the ability to rewrite. Her diverse professional experiences have all shared a common thread: fostering meaningful human connection and supporting others through growth and change.
Merritt is particularly passionate about supporting individuals who struggle with body image concerns, perfectionism, self-worth, and self-acceptance. Through her own experiences with body image struggles and body distortion, she has found courage and power in challenging shame, cultivating self-compassion, and fostering a healthy, respectful connection with both mind and body.
Merritt approaches healing through a humanistic and holistic lens, emphasizing overall wellbeing. She values body positivity, body acceptance, and helping individuals reconnect with their inherent worth beyond external and societal standards. Drawing from person-centered, narrative, and expressive arts approaches, she believes in creating a welcoming, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where authentic expression and exploration can flourish. Merritt views therapy as a collaborative process and is dedicated to helping individuals deepen self-understanding and embrace their unique stories while fostering healing, self-empowerment, and lasting personal growth.
My Therapeutic Lens
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Creative expression can foster healing and transformation. While words hold immense power, there are times when language feels insufficient or inaccessible. I value creative and expressive arts as therapeutic tools that can open pathways to self-awareness, insight, and growth.
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Every person is unique and deserving of individualized care. I believe in honoring the complexity of each person's identity, experiences, strengths, and challenges, approaching therapy with curiosity, respect, and compassion.
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Growth often requires moving through discomfort. Healing is not always easy, but the process is deeply valuable and ultimately leads to greater resilience and self-understanding.
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The body and the natural world hold wisdom that can support healing. I believe growth and transformation are not solely cognitive processes. Through somatic practices, movement, and nature-based experiences, individuals can cultivate deeper self-awareness, and reconnect with themselves.
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Self-compassion is a foundation for wellbeing. Cultivating self-acceptance, and fostering a positive relationship with oneself can create lasting change and support overall emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing.
Credentials,
Certifications,
& Trainings
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M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Adams State University (Projected Graduation May 2028)
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B.A. in English Literature
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200 Hour Hatha/Vinyasa Trauma-Informed Yoga Training (In Progress)
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Literacy Tutor for ESL Students