Consulting
I offer consultations on topics related to my areas of expertise, including best practices for providing ethical, affirming, and effective care to sex worker clients.
I’m an interdisciplinary researcher, licensed clinical counselor, mental health coach, author, and consultant with over 10 years of experience working in the areas of mental health, sex work, human rights, and social inclusion.
My work focuses on sex workers’ mental health, reducing stigma, promoting safety, and developing supportive, community-based programs.
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.
Experience collaborating on international research projects.
Trainer and consultant for organizations, and service providers.
Founder of innovative support initiatives in Las Vegas.
Areas of Expertise
Mental health and wellbeing
Reducing stigma and discrimination
Community-based research and programs
Supportive services and resources
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.