Hello! Seeking help is often very hard. Everyone needs support at some point and it takes a lot of courage to step out. I respect those who do so a great deal! Thank you for taking the time to consider me as a helper. While it is important to understand about my credentials and approach to therapy, it is also important that you know I respect you and I will be very careful about our counseling relationship. Your health and growth are important to me.

I have had successful experience in addressing trauma, foster/adoption-related issues, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, family crisis, and other areas of practice.

I have practiced as a counselor since graduating with my Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Harding University in 2001. I am currently licensed in Arkansas, Arizona, Nevada, Florida, Oklahoma, Texas, and Vermont. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families in residential and outpatient settings.

I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and principles of Emotion Focused Therapy, all with an overarching Systemic perspective, when working with clients. In the online setting, I will tend to also use some Solution-Focused techniques as well.  I am certified as a Trust Based Relational Intervention Educator by the Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development as well as an Advanced Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. As an adoptive mom and former foster parent, I have a unique perspective of parenting and relationships.   

I have experience in working with those dealing with addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, career difficulties, depression, coaching, compassion fatigue, ADHD, et al.

Whether you chose to work with me or another therapist, I hope you do find what works for you. I believe there is always hope, no matter how small it seems. I know that you have more tools than you feel like you do. I'd love to have the opportunity to help you dig in and find it in your life!