Have you ever wondered why you are so anxious, sad, worried, angry, or how to stop these emotions from affecting your life and your relationships? If you answered “yes” then let’s talk. I work with Adults and Adolescents age 12 and above, who are suffering from depression and anxiety and seeking treatment. Don’t be afraid to embrace how great you are. Change starts with just one action and you have what it takes to change.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor who partners with a Canine Therapy Animal to provide clinical care that can bring comfort and peace of mind, while discovering and changing internal negative thoughts and beliefs. Animal Assisted Counseling is a proven method to help relieve feelings of depression and anxiety that lead to behavior and relationship distress.
I have a Doctorate Degree in Counseling Education and Supervision from Capella University, Minneapolis, MN. I graduated as a member of Chi Sigma Iota a counseling academic and professional honor society. I have been practicing as a professional counselor since 1997.
I started my professional career as a Coordinator of an Adolescent Substance Abuse Program in a community agency. I developed policy, procedure and programs in conjunction with the Department of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Agency. I worked with Adolescents who were at risk of developing Addictions due to personal and family difficulties. I also worked as a counselor of a middle school to help children who were not able to function effectively in a school setting.
I worked as a Director of an Adult Substance Abuse Outpatient Treatment Program. I supervised clinical staff as well as overseeing all aspects of program compliance and development. I worked in conjunction with other community resource centers to help individuals maintain and continue to develop a healthy sober lifestyle.
I worked as a licensed clinical professional counselor for children, adults and families to overcome emotional behavior difficulties. I met with children who were referred for services by the Department of Children and Family Services, Juvenile Court, Schools and Psychiatric Care Hospitals. I worked with adults who were working to develop and maintain a healthy emotional and physical lifestyle.
I have also worked as the Director of Psychological Health for the Illinois Army National Guard. In this role I provided psycho-educational support, consultation, and direct services to Command, Service Members, Community Agencies, and Families.
Currently I work in private practice to help individuals and Families achieve happiness and full life functioning.
Finding a safe place to be heard and understood without judgement can bring comfort, and the ability to explore internal barriers and personal scripts that are holding you hostage. Animal Assisted Counseling provides necessary conditions to decrease both physical and psychological effects of anxiety and depression helping you develop individual skills to cope and thrive.
Qualifications
- License No. and State: 39001958A Indiana
Additional Credentials
- License No. and State: 180.006931 Illinois
- License No. and State: 39001958A Indiana Professional Licensing Agency
- License No. and State: 180.006931 Illinois Department of Professional Regulation