Consulting
Researcher | Consultant | Author | Clinical Counselor and Mental Health Coach
I offer consultations on topics in which I am specialized such as best clinical practices and therapeutic guidelines for sex worker clients.
I’m an interdisciplinary researcher, licensed clinical counselor, mental health coach, author, and consultant with 10+ years of experience working at the intersection of mental health, sex work, human rights, and social inclusion.
I specialize in sex workers’ mental health, stigma reduction, safety and community-based support.
Professional Highlights
Expertise in sex workers’ mental health and community-based support.
Author of Supporting Sex Workers (Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2026).
PhD-trained sociologist and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor.
International collaborative research experience.
Trainer and consultant for NGOs and service providers.
Founder of pioneering support initiatives in Las Vegas.
Areas of Expertise
Mental health and wellbeing
Stigma reduction
Community-based participatory research
Supportive programs
NGO and service providers training
Harm reduction approaches
LGBTQ+ affirming practice
Education
PhD, Sociology, University of Nevada, Las Vegas (2022)
MA, Clinical Psychology, University of Nevada, Las Vegas (2012)
BA, Clinical Psychology, University of Nevada, Las Vegas (2008)
Research Experience
2020–2024: Advisory Board Member and Interviewer, Sexual Violence in Sex Working Populations Project (UK-ESRC-funded).
2018–2023: Research Consultant, Law and Sex Work Project.
2018–2021: Program Evaluator and Co-Investigator, Nevada Problem Gambling Project.
2015–2018: Research Assistant, Legal Brothel Prostitution Study.
2011–2013: Senior Research Assistant, Positive Sexual Cognitions Study.
Leadership
Founder and Co-Facilitator, Las Vegas Sex Workers Support Group.
Founder and Facilitator, UNLV campus support group.
Group Facilitator, Gender Justice Nevada.