About

Hello my name is Teresa, I have practiced mental health for over 16 years working with the military population. I have worked as a middle school teacher in a lower socioeconomic area. This led me to go back to school for my master’s degree in counseling psychology. Once I received my LPC licensure, I pursued my chemical dependency counselor licenselor (LCDC). I began working with the US Army in substance abuse counseling working as a substance abuse counselor. While working with the military I worked at a local hospital developing a program for civilians in chemical dependency. I felt the need to work with military families as well as the Service Members and began working as a contractor for private corporations. During this time, I received a certification in Cognitive behavioral therapy to work with the autism spectrum population. Raised as a military dependent, then wife and mother I experienced so many aspects of different personality. I understand what it means to try to hide who your are to eventually become someone you may not recognize. Life is wonderful, we go through the storm to appreciate the sunshine. I have worked with addiction, ,anxiety, PTSD and many other mental issues. I like to say no one person is the same, so I use an eclectic therapeutic array of mental health care. This may include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and psychosocial techniques.