About

I am a licensed social worker in Michigan with over 8 years of experience working with children, adolescents and young adults. I have primarily worked in the school system with ages 3-26, but also have experience working with foster care, independent living, and trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy. I have worked with better help clients for about a year and a half now. I have worked with clients with a wide range of needs including depression, anxiety, self esteem, grief and loss, relationship issues, social skills, transition to adulthood, anger control, ADHD, autism, LGBT needs, and trauma. I have experience working with individuals with special needs.

My counseling style is warm and welcoming. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I tend to use a solution focused approach that combines cognitive-behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapy. My approach is also strength based and uses aspects of mindfulness and motivational interviewing. I will design our treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.

It takes courage to work toward a happier and healthier future. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and challenge you to make those changes.

I look forward to working with you!

Basic Data

Entity Type: Individual; Sole Proprietor

Group Taxonomy Code:

Gender

Female

Client Focus

  • Preteens/Tweens (11 To 13)
  • Adolescents/Teenagers (14 To 19)

Therapy Specialties

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Career Counseling
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ Issues
  • Life Coaching
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma And PTSD

Years in Practice

9 years

Languages

  • English

Healthcare Provider Taxonomy

  • Code: 1041C0700X
  • Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
  • Classification: Social Worker
  • Specialization: Clinical

Credentials

  • Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
  • Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (BASW)

Licenses

Name License Number State
LMSW 6801095629 Verify MI

Practice Locations

5955 W Main St Ste 504

Kalamazoo, MI 49009-9101

Phone Number: (616) 220-0644

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