Hi! I’m Ann

Compassion, integrity, and flexibility guide me in providing the perfect mix of patient centered care. Access to care is important to me, so I to strive to keep therapy within reach for all.

My desire to practice myofunctional therapy stems from my own story. As I researched this field, I began to connect the dots between my own lifelong oral dysfunction and a host of related health conditions. This “awakening” sparked a keen interest to help children and adults achieve optimal overall health through myofunctional therapy. I enjoy working with ages 5-99 to improve oral function, as it relates to breathing, sleep, and overall health. My ultimate mission is simple: to help you (or your child) thrive.

My background is in dental hygiene, having practiced from 2004 to 2022 and holding a Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene. Over the years, I have provided care to patients of all ages both locally and abroad. One of the most rewarding points in my career was the opportunity to travel as a dental team member to Romania to provide care to orphans. As a specialist trained in orofacial myology, I enjoy partnering with clients to help them achieve optimal oral, airway, and overall health.

I obtained my Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT) training through the MyoMentor program in 2020 and have continued to build on that foundation, through coursework with the Coulson Institute of Orofacial Myology, The Breathe Institute, and Neo-Health Services Orofacial Myology. Ongoing learning is key to staying abreast in this fast-evolving field. As such, I am a Breathe Ambassador with The Breathe Institute and participate in study clubs and continuing education throughout the year.  I am a member of Airway Circle as well as the American Association of Physiologic Medicine and Dentistry whose mission is “to recognize the role and importance of optimal airway physiology and sleep in the areas of health, development, performance, and function.”

I have called North Seattle home my entire life. The breathtaking beauty of the Puget Sound and the surrounding mountains brings me peace and joy. You will often find me skiing a local mountain when there is snow or hiking a remote trail or playing on a lake when it is sunny and warm. In between, I value time with all four generations of my family.

Thank you for stopping by!