Specialties:
Brainspotting
AODA Assessments
Alcohol and Substance Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma Trained Care
LGBT Issues
Anger/Emotions Management Corrections System/Legal Issues
Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) Assessments for CDL/DOT
Memberships:
Midwest Brainspotting Institute
American Counseling Association
International Association of Trauma Professionals
I am a solutions-focused therapist. Therapy is about you and is highly individualized: You’re the boss. My job as therapist is to guide you to where you want to go.
Experience:
30+ Years AODA Clinician
30+ Years Educator
20+ Years Mental Health/Co-occurring Clinician
20+ Years Clinical Supervisor
23 Years Program Developer
23 Years Treatment Program Consultant
23 Years Client Rights Specialist
Master Addiction Counselor
Adolescent, Adult, Gender & LGBTQ Specific Treatment
Brainspotting
Inpatient, Outpatient, County, Tribal, Non-Profit, Private Practice Systems
Memberships:
Midwest Brainspotting Institute
IATP – International Association of Trauma Professionals
WPATH- World Professional Association for Transgender Health
NASW – National Association of Social Workers
NADAAC- Certified as a Master Addiction Counselor with National Association of Addiction Professionals
Many years of personal growth and professional experiences have provided me with a solid foundation of effectively helping people find a better way on their journey. Most of us are better able to cope with challenges and make lasting changes with encouragement, support, and by using our already existing strengths, versus being shamed for our limitations.
Much of what I know and can teach people comes from the lessons I have learned from those I have been honored to counsel, teach, and/or supervise over the years. I consider the space for healing comes from the connection with others and skills to make better choices while improving our emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual health.