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“I provide caring, non-judgmental therapy for children, adolescents and adults. I also work with families to help resolve trauma and other related issues. As a Certified Advanced Addictions Counselor I provide professional evaluation for courts, the Secretary of State, schools and concerned families which is also supported by our practice's Substance Abuse Treatment License. I also specialize in co-occurring disorders which focus on multiple identified concerns related to both mental health and additions. All of my work is from a strength based approach which is client centered and client driven.”
Special Interests
Specialized addictions evaluations, Children and adolescent behavioral and school success issues, Co-occurring and chemical dependency treatment, Drug testing, Adult counseling for a variety of issues including vocational changes and stressors
Experience
• Therapist, Child & Family Psychological Services, 1997-present
• Program Director, Community Assessment & Screening Services, Kalamazoo, 15 years
• Substance Abuse Counselor/Director, Western Michigan University Substance Abuse Clinic, 3 years
• Child Psychologist and Program Manager, Kalamazoo County Children’s Treatment Bureau, 3 years
Education
• M.A., Clinical Psychology, Western Michigan University, 1990
• Specialist Certification, Substance Abuse Drug and Alcohol Program, Western Michigan University, 1990
• B.B.A., Marketing and General Business, Western Michigan University
• More than 1800 hours of ongoing educational credits in the fields of psychology, crisis intervention, and substance abuse
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