Welcome to my website! My name is Brock, and I am devoted to learning about and supporting romantic relationships, parent-child interactions, and overall healthy functioning of family systems.
I am a therapist, researcher, and teacher with a deep understanding of how important a supportive family environment can be for people of all ages and backgrounds. I support a broad definition of the word "family," including anyone who we choose to hold close and rely on. Our closest relationships shape who we are, so I'm here to support all types of close relationships.
Therapy
I am a marriage and family therapist, and a candidate for licensure in Colorado (MFTC.0014645). I have been actively practicing since 2022 and hold a master's degree in Human Development & Family Studies, with a specialization in Marriage & Family Therapy. I primarily work with adolescents and adults through individual, couple, or family therapy.
Clinically, I specialize in:
Research
I came to the field of marriage and family therapy after years of studying how romantic partners interact with each other during conflict (in constructive and destructive ways). My research training and career have focused on work that seeks to understand and support healthy family dynamics, especially focused on how romantic conflict interactions impact broader family systems and mental health. Alongside collaborators and skilled mentors, I have:
In addition to my clinical work, I am pursuing a PhD in Human Development & Family Studies, which will allow me to continue this research work long-term.
Teaching
One of my favorite things to do is teach university undergraduate and graduate students who are seeking careers in helping professions like therapy, healthcare, and education. I have taught classes on topics like: