LICENSED CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR, (LCMHC)
NATIONAL BOARD CERTIFIED TEACHER (NBCT)
(AREA-COUNSELING) NC Department of Public Instruction
NATIONAL CERTIFIED COUNSELOR (NCC)
SCHOOL COUNSELOR (K-12)
CERTIFIED PREPARE AND ENRICH FACILITATOR
LICENSE LOCATION: NC
SPECIALTIES
- Adolescents, Teens, Young Adults (Ages: 11-35): Stress, Worry, Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Anger Management, Peer- Relationships, Peer-Pressure, Decision-Making
- Children – with Oppositional Defiance and Anger Issues
- Parent-Child Issues (conflict resolution between parent and child(ren)
- College student (adjustment/transition/separation – managing life at college/away from home)
- Couples Issues (Ages 18 – 65) (conflict resolution & mid-life Issues)
- Premarital counseling (dating, finances, sex, parenting, etc.)
TREATMENT MODALITIES
My treatment modalities responsibly incorporate a holistic developmental wellness approach where relevant information comprised from the client's biological-psychological-social-spiritual (BPSS) self is used to assess and inform best practices. I draw upon the following researched-based models to deliver empirically-based treatment techniques:
- Person-Centered to build rapport and trust
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), for Altering Maladaptive Cognitions & Improving Positive Cognitions (Individual & group)
- Rational- Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) for Cutting Behaviors, Distress, & Anger Issues
- Hope-Focused Therapy, Forgiveness Therapy, & Brief-Solution Therapy for Couples Issues, Peer Relationship Issues & for Positive Relationship Enhancement
- CBT & Brief-Solution Focused for Parenting & Parent-Child Issues
- Gestalt for Improving Parent-Child Relationships & Group Work
- Forgiveness Therapy – for some mild trauma issues & couples issues
- Mindfulness for incorporating relaxation and self-care techniques
ABOUT ME
I hold a Doctorate of Philosophy in Counselor Education & Supervision from the CACREP-accredited program - Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA. I earned a Master’s degree in Counselor Education from the CACREP-accredited, NC A&T State University’s Counseling Program, and also graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from NC A&T State University.
I have 30 years of school counseling experience inclusive of years of clinical experience. I have had extended engagement (trainings, presentations, and research) in sex trafficking, self-compassion and resilience, and marital - relationship issues.
My recent direct clinical work with married couples and family issues has been most rewarding. My involvement in this area includes therapy centered around the topics of: Parenting, such as: managing the oppositional-defiant child, the child with autism spectrum disorder, and the child with anger management and depression issues. My work in Marriage issues include focuses such as: finances or money management, defining roles within the marriage, issues with extended family members, and mild alcohol and sex use issues.
I regularly review current literature, participates in regular clinical trainings, staff development, workshops, and research opportunities to stay abreast of the latest and most effective treatment methods. I enjoy hanging out with my family and friends, biking, walking, interacting with farm animals, floral designing, taking music lessons, writing children’s books, playwriting and directing theatrical performances in my spare time.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
I am a member of both the American Counseling Association and Chi Sigma Iota – Counseling Honor Society.