I am a mother to two amazing adult children. Second to being a mother, I’m a proud grandmother. I enjoy serving as both a licensed professional counselor and a college professor, which are the best careers that I have ever embarked upon. As a counselor and minister, I have loved how everyday I am surprised with new stories of survival and strength, loss and courage, brokenness and restoration. I am passionate about empowering individuals to Live Their Best Life through my ministry and through my careers!

As a Licensed Counselor, Wellness and Mindset Coach, I offer holistic counseling and coaching to support growth through mental health, mindfulness, stress management, & mind and body practices. My expertise incorporates a decade of experience in the Mental Health & Wellness field and over two decades in Business & Organizational Leadership and Human Resources.

My educational background from Miami University and Xavier University coupled with my diverse work history and clinical experience has equipped me to support a diverse population ranging in age, culture, gender, religion, and socioeconomic status.

I specialize in Trauma, as well as Grief and Loss. I have specialized training in EMDR, a therapy that promotes healing for trauma, anxiety, depression as well many other concerns. As a certified Grief Counseling Specialist, I have helped countless others work through grief & loss concerns. My certification in Choice Theory / Reality Therapy has been instrumental in empowering individuals with tools to better understand their thoughts and behaviors, how they perceive their world, and developing a plan for lasting change. Sandtray Therapy is a powerful therapy that I have had great success in my work with youth as well as adults in discovering their truths and exploring hope for the future. I have supported women and men to overcome trauma, and taught youth and young adults the tools to manage anxiety & depression.