About

I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for 19 years working with individuals, couples, adolescents and families. I began my career in a church setting with teens which I enjoyed but realized that young people needed so much more for their emotional and social well-being than I was able to offer at the time. It was then that I decided to further my education and pursue my Master's in Social Work at Aurora University in Illinois. I had a private practice for 11 years before moving to Montana to work as a school counselor at a small school on the Blackfeet Reservation for 3 years. I loved working with the grade school aged children and their families and still volunteer as often as possible with the school. I currently reside with my husband in rural Indiana, a decision made to live closer to family. I am licensed to practice therapy in Illinois, Montana, and Indiana. During my years as a therapist, I have worked with people experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief. I have also done therapy with survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. I have a therapy style that draws on several therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Informed Therapy, and Mindfulness Based Therapies. I believe that holistic approaches that acknowledge mind, body, and spirit connection can be very effective with people who are dealing with today's fast paced lives that often lead to stress related problems. Finding balance as we go through life's transitions requires attention to our mental and physical health on a daily basis. I enjoy working with people who are actively engaged in their own health and well-being and have been told that I connect well with people of all ages. I am eager to help you work towards health and balance in your life.