I’m a social-cognitive psychologist who designs with words.

Words are magical. Words – linguistics and social interaction – have been the focus of a career that has found me as a teacher, writer, therapist, conversational interface designer, researcher, and professional coach. I’ve designed an eclectic career that seems unlikely at best, bizarre at worst, or just plain lucky.

The throughline is this: I’m endlessly fascinated by simple, ordinary, everyday conversation. So, I’ve spent a career gathering as much knowledge and skill as possible in communicating with purpose. I’m a case study in following your inspiration, wherever it leads.