I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHC-S) in North Carolina with nearly 30 years of professional experience. I specialize in supporting individuals dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, abuse, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence issues. My approach is grounded in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can openly share their thoughts and emotions. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and joyful life takes courage, and I’m here to support you every step of the way.
Throughout my career, I have worked extensively in public school settings, serving at both the elementary and high school levels as a counselor, educator, guest lecturer, and clinician. I have been a passionate advocate for adolescents, children, and families, particularly in underserved communities. My area of expertise includes the development of school-based mental health programs in high-poverty schools, a strategy aimed at reducing disparities in mental health care access for under-resourced youth.
My academic book, The Handbook of Research on Trauma with Children: Working with High-Poverty Schools and Communities, was published in 2024 and reflects my commitment to this work. I’ve also expanded my trauma-focused practice to incorporate faith-based approaches, drawing on the Word of God to help individuals overcome the lingering effects of childhood trauma that can contribute to mental and physical health challenges in adulthood.
Additional areas of focus: Attachment issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia
NC LCMHC S5073