“I consider being a therapist a unique privilege. For someone to meet a complete stranger, feel safe enough to take risks, and disclose very personal details of one's life takes great courage and commitment to one's self. I believe in creating a safe, confidential environment free of judgment and one of trust and acceptance. My mission is to help individuals, couples, and families achieve the goals they set for themselves as they seek to be healthier, happier, and create a new life path and, perhaps, a new life story.”
Special Interests
Couple and Relationship Counseling, Teen Issues, Self-Esteem, Women's Issues, Trauma Recovery, Chronic Pain, Anxiety, Depression, Personal Growth
Experience
• Therapist, Child & Family Psychological Services, 2009-present
• Life Skills Instructor, Family & Children Services, 2009-2010
• Intensive Home-Based Therapist, Family & Children Services, 2008-2009
• Intern, Child & Family Psychological Services, 2008
• Intern, Family Therapy Connections, Ingham Regional Medical Center, 2007-2008
Education
• M.A., Community Counseling: Marriage & Family Therapy, Western Michigan University, 2008
• B.A., Organizational Communication and Women's Studies, Western Michigan University, 2003
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