A Little Bit About Tessa

I was born in Buffalo, NY, but moved to Kanazawa, Japan, soon after my birth. My family and I moved back to the U.S. when I was 13 years old.  I attended and graduated from a high school in a small town in southcentral Kentucky, then moved to Louisville to attend the University of Louisville, where I received my Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Music and Anthropology.  I met my husband while I was a senior in college, got married after graduation and had two sons.  I worked in a corporate setting while we raised our children.  I went back to school to obtain my graduate degree after the company I worked for filed for bankruptcy due to the economic downturn in the late 2000’s.  I graduated with a Masters in Social Work (MSW) from Spalding University here in Louisville, and worked at a community mental health agency while I worked towards earning my clinical license.  Gaia Healing, LLC was opened in 2022.

In my practice, I welcome all people. I believe that love is love, no humans are illegal, and that Black lives matter.  I strive for body neutrality and cultural competency.  I am an aspiring ally to the LGBTQ+ community and the historically marginalized communities of color.  It is my desire and hope that you will feel safe, heard and supported during your time with me.  I look forward to working with you.