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I've been licensed by the State of California as a Marriage and Family Therapist since 2019, after practicing for two and a half years as a Supervised Associate.
I was born in Lille, France, and began studying ballet at the age of seven. At eleven, I was fortunate enough to be accepted into the boarding school of the Paris Opera Ballet, where I trained for seven years. I then joined the Paris Opera Ballet, where I danced for eight years and reached the rank of soloist.
My career eventually brought me to the United States and to San Francisco Ballet, where I spent the final fifteen years of my performing career as a Principal Dancer. Dance was an incredibly meaningful part of my life and taught me so much about discipline, perseverance, vulnerability, and the importance of having people around you who believe in you.
As I approached the end of my dancing career, I began looking for a new direction. I returned to college and discovered a growing interest in psychology. This eventually led me to pursue a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology, with the hope of combining my experience in the performing arts with my desire to support others. I was particularly interested in working with dancers, athletes, artists, and anyone facing the pressures and challenges that can come with pursuing something they care deeply about.
What I enjoy most about being a therapist is getting to know people and hearing their stories. I am continually touched by the courage it takes to share our experiences, especially during times when life feels difficult or uncertain. My role is to offer a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where people can feel comfortable being themselves, explore what they are going through, and find new perspectives and tools to help them move forward.
Having experienced many of my own challenges, both personally and professionally, I know how valuable it can be to have someone who listens, understands, and offers support along the way. Being able to provide that kind of space for others is something I find deeply meaningful and rewarding.
Serving the French expatriate community in South Burlington, Vermont, the French Honorary Consul represents the Government of France and acts as a dedicated liaison between French citizens and their home administration. The Honorary Consul's mission centers on protecting the interests of French nationals while maintaining strong cultural and administrative connections to France. In permanent collaboration with the Consulate General in Boston, this office provides compassionate assistance to French residents facing difficulties, offering practical support and personalized guidance through complex administrative processes. The Honorary Consul understands the unique challenges faced by French citizens living abroad and works to make essential services more accessible within Vermont. By bringing consular support directly to South Burlington, the Honorary Consul helps French nationals maintain their citizenship rights, stay connected to French institutions, and navigate official procedures without unnecessary travel. The office embodies France's commitment to supporting its community abroad, offering information services and administrative assistance that strengthen bonds between expatriates and their country of origin. Whether residents need document certification, official records, or general consular information, the Honorary Consul provides a welcoming and knowledgeable presence that reflects the values of French government service and community care.
The Alliance Française of the Lake Champlain Region stands as a vital cultural institution in Burlington, Vermont, dedicated to preserving and celebrating French and Francophone heritage in a region with four centuries of French history. As a nonprofit volunteer-led organization, the AFLCR builds Vermont's Francophone and Francophile community by offering far more than language instruction—it creates meaningful connections between people who share a passion for French culture, intellectual exchange, and artistic expression. The organization welcomes everyone interested in experiencing French culture, regardless of language proficiency, through bimonthly conversational gatherings, cultural events, and social hours that foster genuine friendships and community bonds. Members receive a monthly newsletter keeping them informed about French-related cultural happenings throughout the region, along with periodic updates about opportunities to engage with the broader Francophone world, including nearby francophone Canada. Part of a prestigious global network founded in Paris in 1883 by Louis Pasteur, Ferdinand de Lesseps, and Jules Verne, the AFLCR carries forward a 140-year legacy of promoting French language and culture across 137 countries. Today, the Lake Champlain chapter continues this mission by hosting events, sister city exchanges, and community gatherings that strengthen cultural ties and create opportunities for meaningful engagement with French-speaking communities worldwide. The AFLCR invites you to become part of a vibrant community that values cultural connection, intellectual growth, and the enriching experience of engaging with the French-speaking world.
