I am a licensed independent social worker and hold a BA in Psychology from Lourdes University and a BSW/MSW from Spring Arbor University. I have completed the Trauma Informed Care series and I am certified in EMDR Therapy. I have served for 5 years on a medical mission to Leon, Nicaragua working with domestic violence and child abuse victims and on the MAMI board (Sandusky/Ottawa/Wood county).

As a former member of the APS Senior Coalition task force, I have presented at multiple national conferences to increase education and awareness of mental health issues. My work experience includes community mental health, hospice, long term/bariatric care, private physicians group, school based and inpatient settings with both adults and children, private practice with couples counseling/individual therapy. I specialize in working with children and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, grief as well relationship issues. I believe in utilizing a strengths based, person centered approach that identifies each individual as a unique person with specific needs.

On the therapy journey I frequently utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to examine thoughts, feelings and behaviors to help develop strategies that modify those patterns to improve quality of life. I also incorporate Solution Focused, supportive, person centered, and sand tray therapy as well as Mindfulness Practices to enhance and address each need of the individual.