I have more than 30 years experience as a therapist. I work with adults who are experiencing anxiety, ptsd, depression, grief, loneliness and difficulties in relationships. I strive to offer a warm, compassionate and nonjudgmental atmosphere for my clients. Please email or call me if you would like more information or to schedule an appointment.

Do you finally want to address a substance abuse or other addiction problem? I have a vast amount of experience working with people and their families who suffer from a variety of addictions such as drug and alcohol abuse, sexual addiction, eating disorders, and compulsive gambling. I also see individuals, couples, and families for a variety of other issues such as depression, anxiety, and stress management. In a safe, supportive, confidential atmosphere, we can work together to address many of your life issues previously mentioned. I primarily work with adults but also see adolescents who present with alcohol and drug issues. I believe addiction to be primarily a disease of the brain, which means people suffering from them should always be treated with respect and care. I use Motivational Enhancement therapy with my clients which mean we are partners in the therapeutic process working toward a goal of life improvement and self-enjoyment.

Are you struggling with co-dependency, addictions or trauma? Are you processing losses from your family of origin? Would you like to improve your relationship? I have worked for 15+ years serving child, adolescent and adult clients dealing with relationship issues, sexual abuse, addictions, trauma, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety. I use a combination of cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, and expressive therapies to facilitate the personal growth process. I have many tools in my practice. Let's find what works for you! We all have struggles and challenges in life. We are on this journey together. When we begin looking at the places that challenge us, we can find tools for change. Change is possible. It takes tremendous courage to reach out. Honor yourself !

ONLINE SCHEDULING NOW AVAILABLE: I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) working in a private practice setting at Magnolia Family Counseling. I am also currently a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). I earned my Master's Degree in Counselor Education, with a specialization in couples and family counseling from Southeastern Louisiana University. My experience includes working with children, teens, and adults for individual work, as well as couples and families dealing with an array of different issues. I work from an integrative approach, tailoring the interventions used on a case-by-case basis.

You’ve already made the difficult decision to seek out help.  Let’s build on this positive decision together and get you the support you seek.    I want to promote your emotional, psychological, and relational health using methods I will tailor to your individual needs and circumstances without disregarding your right to self-determination.  I work with a variety of issues where I incorporate a variety of modalities including client-centered, psychodynamic, gestalt, mindfulness, and systems theory.   It is my goal to provide for you a safe and welcoming environment where you can express yourself openly and honestly, without fear of judgment or reproach. I enjoy working with individuals and couples who are struggling with stress from work or career issues, relationship issues, grief as a result of death or divorce, or have a history of abuse or trauma. These challenges often come along with depression, anxiety, panic, obsessional worries and loneliness. I also have experience in treating adolescents who are having problems with their academic performance, peer relations, or mental health including symptoms of cutting or self-harming behavior. I find working with the families (when appropriate) can also be effective in bringing about positive change. At the heart of good therapy is an open and honest relationship, where my task is to be mindful always of peoples choices. Together we will explore the negative beliefs, emotions and behaviors that have held you back and clear the emotional charge associated with them, so that you can begin to accept and love yourself and make healthy and life-enhancing choices moving forward.