STORY OF MY LIFE

Working with others to find their own healing is my life’s purpose. My goal is to help you find your own answers while providing tips and techniques to make that possible.

About Me

My therapeutic approach is strengths based and tailored for each client, situation, and goal to find what works best for that individual. I believe you are the expert in your life and embrace a person-centered philosophy to best meet my client's needs. I have experience providing therapy in outpatient, school based, and in-home settings working with ADD/ADHD, anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, depression, personality disorders, dual diagnosis, anger management, substance use and abuse, parenting issues, and more.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and further certified to provide Trauma Focused CBT in the state of VA.

Qualifications

Bachelor

Bachelor of Science Radford University 2003

Master

Master of Social Work Radford University 2013

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Department of Health Services License: Virginia / 0904010453

Certified Trauma Focused CBT provider

Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) is an evidence-based treatment approach shown to help children, adolescents, and their caregivers overcome trauma-related difficulties. It is designed to reduce negative emotional and behavioral responses following child sexual abuse, domestic violence, traumatic loss, and other traumatic events.

Specialties

Trauma and PTSD

Child or Adolescent

Ages Worked With

Adults

Adolescents / Teenagers (14 to 19)

Preteens / Tweens (11 to 13)

Issues Worked With

Communities Worked With

Treatment Approach and Types of Therapy