I started my therapy career working with individuals suffering from addiction in 2004. I have also worked extensively with individuals suffering from various types of traumatic experiences (including adolescents who cause sexual harm to youth). I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) as well as the Treatment Outcome Process (TOP) and also use CBT, DBT, RET, EFT, and MI, tailoring the therapeutic approach to fit the needs of the clients I serve. I have significant experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. Throughout my career, I have managed adult and adolescent day programs, IOP, and residential facilities as well as outpatient care and MAT. I have worked with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I have provided clinical and administrative supervision and training for staff, co-workers, and volunteers. I have a PhD in Psychology and a Master of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy; I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervisory designation and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor with Supervisory designation. I am a native of New Castle Pennsylvania and have lived in Houston Texas as well as Albuquerque New Mexico. I moved to Ohio in 2016. I am dedicated to helping individuals recover from a variety of disorders and to serving my community.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy
OH LPCC E.1500294-SUPV