Who Am I?
Counseling is a beautiful process of discovery, and I enjoy the gift of being a part of the journey. My primary goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental place where you can turn your tangled thoughts and feelings into awareness and healing.
I received my B.S. from Michigan State University, and my MSW at the University of Texas at Arlington. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and spent several years working in medication-assisted addiction treatment (MAT) where I obtained my Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC). Recognizing the connection between addiction and trauma led me to getting trained in Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and building upon my trauma-informed care.
How I Help
I have had great success utilizing a strength-based approach to build upon skills you already have, and incorporating a blend of additional therapy techniques to best fit your needs. I work from the outlook that you are the expert on yourself, and I am a guide helping you get to where you want to be. I am always in pursuit of knowledge, strategies and approaches in order to stay current and informed, and deeply respect the gift of learning from clients along the way.
Fun Fact
Outside of work, I enjoy eating good food and the challenge of preparing it, the endless quest for internal peace/external muscles (Yoga/Hiking), cultivating plants with a strong will to live, and spending time with my favorite people. I love a wide variety of music that’s chaotically all on one playlist and believe that laughter is an excellent coping skill.
Accepted Insurance
Aetna Commercial, ASR, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, McLaren Commercial, McLaren Medicaid, Medicare Plus Blue, Michigan Medicaid, Molina Medicaid, Priority Health Commercial, Priority Health Medicaid, Priority Health Medicare Advantage, United Healthcare Commercial, United Healthcare Medicaid
Network Participation
Insurance coverage and participation vary by provider and plan. While we may accept insurance from a particular carrier, not all plans under that carrier are necessarily accepted. Network participation is subject to change and may differ by provider.