BACKGROUND & EDUCATION

 In college, I began by volunteering in a Woman's Resource Center, set up to help families of domestic violence.  Dealing with people in crisis quickly builds your instincts as well as your compassion and empathy. 

That experience led me to work with children in need. I started working in a group home as a counselor.  When the house was full there were eight girls (12 -16 yrs old), that were taken from their home for various reasons.  These amazing children truly taught me the importance of holistic healing.  

Essentially, those girls needed what we all need: 

love & balance.

 I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology and my Masters Degree in Holistic Counseling during my time working with families and children. 

 I then became a Crisis Intervention Counselor.  As Head Clinician I provided in-home counseling and assessment for families that involved a multitude of circumstances.  In addition, I became a Life Coach in 2005.  I  have worked in conjunction with the Department of Child, Youth and Families (DCYF), medical associations, police departments, court systems, school districts and non–profit organizations.  I have also facilitated workshops and seminars focusing on communication, self-esteem and having an abundant life.  

Over the last 20 years I have been involved in all areas of individual, crisis, couples, family and group counseling.   I am the Holistic Counselor and Advice Columnist for GoodPeopleRule.com  and I am a member of the American Counseling Association.