About
I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist with a Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Social Work, Ph.D. in Spiritual Holistic Health and multiple specialty certifications. I'm trained in Marriage & Family Therapy, EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), heart-centered hypnotherapy, and spiritual holistic meditation, guided meditation, and holistic psychotherapy. I strive to help individuals just like you realize a healthier, happier, and successful existence through a holistic therapeutic process. These strategies are designed to foster a greater sense of self-awareness to better understand the connections between mind, body and soul, and varies based on your individual needs and what feels comfortable to you. My objective in therapy is to help clarify issues, gain insight into your feelings and thoughts, help you identify your strengths, and apply what works to get you moving forward. This will help resolve any internal conflict you may have and establish real change and growth. I believe in treating everyone with dignity, respect, sensitivity, compassion, and most importantly honesty.
Experience
I began my career as a mental health technician in 1988 at a local inpatient mental health hospital. I now have over 35 years of clinical experience specializing in:
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Holistic Psychotherapy
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Children, Adolescent, Teen Therapy
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Certified Anger Resolution Therapy
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Somatic Therapy
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Trauma-Focused CBT
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Mind-Body Therapy
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Substance Abuse Treatment
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Dual Diagnoses/Integrated Psychiatric Care
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EMDR Therapy
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Domestic Violence & Abuse
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Hospice Care
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Guided Imagery
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Breath Therapy
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Child Welfare/Child Abuse
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Integrating Spirituality with Therapy
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Cultural Diversity
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Anger Management
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EI Screening, Evaluation & Assessment
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Grief & Loss
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EFT Therapy
Qualifications
1995 - Present
I received my Social Work Bachelor's Degree in 1995, Masters Degree in Social Work in 1997, and Ph.D. in Holistic Healing in 2003. I offer an array of virtual therapy sessions and classes through my platform for individuals, couples, groups, and families.