Education and Credentials

• Master of Clinical Social Work-MSW( Michigan State University)

• Minor in Social Work Community Advocacy( Michigan State University) 

• Bachelor's of Social Work-BSW( Wayne State University)

• Associate in Applied Science( Schoolcraft College)

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker-LCSW(MI/NM/NY)

• Trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy( CPT)

• Trained in Trauma Focused Therapy

• Trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(TF-CBT)

• Certified In Forensic Interviewing-State of Michigan(DHHS)

• Certified Phase I & Phase II Defense Health Agency(D.H.A.) Program for Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH)

• Experienced PCBH-Behavioral Health Consultant with Active-Duty United States Armed Forces

• Experienced Psychiatric In-patient Clinician

• Experienced E.A.P. Clinician for Employer Companies

• Nationally Certified Clinician

 

Associations

• National Association of Social Work(NASW)

• Association of Social Workers Board( ASWB)

• National Child Traumatic Stress Network(NCTSN)

• Department of Defense-Defense Health Agency (D.H.A.)

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My strategies consist of client–centered approach that allows you to be in control of your therapy. You and I will partner when deciding which topics to discuss, establishing goals to meet outcomes you wish to experience, and the depth of uncovering emotional wounds. I then use an eclectic approach to evidence-based practice modalities. A variety of therapeutic methods are used interchangeably from my psychological toolbox in order to assist you in getting the best emotional/behavioral results.

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My Values: 

• You're worth my time & investment

• You are accepted here

• You are met right where you are

• You are cheered on here

• You are treated with the "care of excellence."

I take responsibility for my work seriously. It is an honor and a privilege to work with you. Invest in yourself!

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What inspires me:

• Creative minds inspire me through arts & crafts, designs, biography books, documentaries & research.

• The unique style of clothing, unique music, unique foods & culture also inspire me.

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• I am not a therapist that encourages psychedelics/ tarot card reading, witchcraft or black magic practices as a means to healing.

• I do not judge or project my own personal thoughts or practices onto others

• I do not debate clients; if the client or therapist do not believe the therapeutic relationship is beneficial either party can verbalize their concern and/or put into writing to dissolve the partnership.

• I do not use cookie cutter treatment plans or styles.

• I do not just listen without therapeutic feedback. 

• I do not allow you to continue living in a false reality

• I do not show up to your therapy session with my own agenda unless we have agreed to trauma therapy specifically which requires a more structured protocol. 

• I am a gentle therapist that uses the right amount of reality to help you be accountable and more in tune with the truth of your circumstance. 

• I will challenge you to see the full picture of what you’re dealing with instead of only seeing it through your lenses of grief. 

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