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I'm a freelance writer, based in Vancouver. I cover health, wellness, and relationships. My work has been featured in American Kennel Club, SELF, Well+Good, Insider, Katie Couric Media, Apartment Therapy, Giddy, Byrdie, Bezzy Migraine, and more.

My explainers feature advice to help people give their dogs the best life possible. I turn to my dogs, Dally, Rusty, and Frankie for inspiration.

I became a therapist before specializing in public health for my Ph.D. I create mental health resources and content through my platform, Smart Girl Therapy, to inspire wellness and personal growth.

As a storyteller and lifelong fan of The Golden Girls, I aspire to be "Picture it, Sicily, 1920-something, but really I'm more "Back in St. Olaf."

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Insider • 15th September 2023

'Teen Mom' parents Catelynn and Tyler discuss how ketamine therapy helped him process childhood sexual abuse trauma

Baltierra has done ketamine therapy to address childhood sexual-abuse trauma.

Well+Good • 12th September 2023

If Seeing Someone Else Fidget Makes You Anxious, You’re Not Alone—Here’s Why This Phenomenon Happens

If you can't deal with people who bounce their legs, you're gonna want to read this.

Insider • 30th August 2023

'Teen Mom' parents Amber and Gary: It's important to openly discuss birth control and safe sex with our high-school daughter

The coparents hope to show parents and teens how to have these conversations.

American Kennel Club • 23rd August 2023

Lymphoma in Dogs: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

These cancers vary widely in their aggressiveness, and prognosis depends on the stage of cancer.

American Kennel Club • 15th August 2023

Australian Kelpie 'Leia' Turns Heads at 2023 AKC Agility Premier Cup

Leia was the only Australian Kelpie to compete in the 2023 AKC Agility Premier Cup.

Well+Good • 14th August 2023

Here’s What’s Actually Happening When You Have Trouble Remembering a Familiar Word—And What It Means About Your Brain Health

I know it starts with an "N."

Insider • 10th August 2023

Giving Your Partner Ultimatums Doesn't Build Intimacy. Instead, It Can Push Them Away.

Experts explain when to use boundaries and when an ultimatum could help.

American Kennel Club • 7th August 2023

Leptospirosis in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Microorganisms in soil and water can make your dog sick.

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