hi, i'm meghan

experience

13+ years counseling individuals, couples, and families: anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, school & career concerns, self-confidence building, providing tools & strategies to improve quality of life

13+ years of medical therapy, specifically working with cancer patients and families on issues related to treatment, emotional regulation, managing uncertainty, navigating transitions, end of life, grief & loss, and survivorship

3+ years of equine facilitated psychotherapy supporting individuals through biofeedback modalities

2+ years supervisor for associate-level counselors, providing case consultation, guidance, and mentorship

research

My research focus is on Third Spaces and Listener Well-being. I'm studying the experiences of listeners in "third spaces"—non-clinical environments, such as tattoo parlors, esthetician studios, and hair salons. Professionals in these roles frequently hear traumatic or deeply personal stories, which can significantly impact their well-being. My ultimate goal is to deepen the understanding of these impacts on listeners and develop practical, preventive tools to better support their mental health and mitigate the risk of burnout. 

In addition to my doctoral research, I served as a health educator in a research study focused on ovarian cancer survivors. This involved equipping them with knowledge and practical tools to adopt supportive strategies, specifically addressing critical survivorship concerns such as improving nutritional habits, optimizing sleep, reducing stress, and managing other aspects of their post-treatment life.