Resident in Marriage and Family Therapy
Education Experience: MA in Marriage and Family Therapy, Liberty University; BS in Psychology, Liberty University; Gottman Couples Counseling Level One Certification; Certified with SYMBIS Premarital Counseling Program
Specialties: Couples therapy, premarital counseling, working within the family system to address problematic issues (conflict, crisis management, transitions, family blending, co-parenting), Individual therapy to address challenges related to Autism Spectrum Disorder, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and Depression while focusing on equipping clients with skills to enhance functioning. I work with individuals ages 5 and up.
What inspired you to work in this field?
During difficult seasons of my own life, I have experienced healing and growth by working with a supportive therapist. I was inspired in the beginning of my education in this field to learn that counselors and therapists are sometimes referred to as “wounded healers”; our own struggles foster a deepened sense of empathy and drive to lead others on their own journeys of healing.
What do you enjoy in your free time?
I thoroughly enjoy spending time in my backyard with my hands dirty from gardening and surrounded by chickens, my beloved basset hounds, and my sweet little beagle. My husband Jerry and I spend many evenings by our bonfire, swinging and chatting about life and the newest DIY project plans.
Currently accepting self-pay, CIGNA, and Medicaid (Anthem, Optima, Magellan & Aetna) insurance.
