Kristi is a graduate of Marylhurst University and has a Master’s in Art Therapy. She is a member of the American Art Therapy Association and her extensive work in the field of recovery allows her the ability to work with diverse groups of individuals of various ages and backgrounds, targeting those who suffer from PTSD and the disease of alcoholism/addiction. Kristi has a desire to work in a therapeutic creative environment that is professional, compassionate, and supportive, which led her to join the team at The Guest House Ocala. Her unique ability to guide residents to a deeper understanding of themselves using art, allows for an effective change to transpire using the creative process. Kristi believes in utilizing Art Therapy to implement new innovative modalities, that allow guests the opportunity to experience empowerment, growth and change in their personal recovery.