Training and Education

I have experience providing counseling services in various settings including: outpatient community mental health, home and community-based intensive services, shelters and schools.  I've completed extensive training in domestic violence in Oregon and Washington and have acted as a Child Advocate for a number of years.

I'm currently completing continuing education units in order to be certified in Perinatal Mental Health.  

I feel I am especially helpful in the following areas:

• Family Therapy
• Couples Therapy
• Domestic Violence 
• At-Risk Youth
• Communication (between family members, couples, teenagers and parents)
• Preteens, Adolescents, Adults
• Individuals with a history of severe, complex trauma

My approach to counseling is collaborative, where you are the expert in your story and we work together toward the progress you desire.  I believe people are good, resilient and capable of making changes they want to see. 

Education

Azusa Pacific University- B.A. degree in Psychology, dual emphasis in Child and Family Therapy and Counseling.

Seattle University- Master of Arts degree in Education with a specialization in Community Mental Health Counseling.

Certifications

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, license number LH60731945 

National Board Certified Counselor

Mental Health Professional

CANS (Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths) certified provider.

WISe (Wraparound with Intensive Services) certified.

Trained in 40+ hours of domestic violence training. 

Professional Memberships

Postpartum Support International

American Counseling Association

Washington State Counseling Association

Chi Sigma Iota-Delta Psi Chi Chapter