What was your path to becoming a therapist? What inspired you to choose this profession?
I have always been a people person. I have appreciated teachers, counselors, coaches who have guided and helped me. I wanted to emulate these professionals. I have been attracted to analytical work and have found using these skills help me working with individuals, couples, and families
What does a first session with you look like?
My initial session is an opportunity for me to get to know the individual and for the individual to get to know me. I spend time getting to know the individual's family of origin, current struggles and what the individual would like to see improve in life. I am a good listener, I ask clarifying questions, I also am transparent and honest if there is something I do not think I can handle.
Are there any recurring themes or issues you’ve noticed as you treat people in your area of specialization, and how has this insight guided your approach?
A particular theme I have noticed is how the covid 19 virus has changed social interactions. Also, how technology and social media interfere with social dynamics, trust, interpersonal relationships. These are very difficult habits to change given the nature of social dynamics today.
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Relationship Issues
Neuropsychological testing
Trauma
General Expertise
Depression
Anxiety
Relationship Issues
Loss/Grief
Borderline Personality Disorder
ADHD
Attachment issues
Bipolar disorder
Fees
$100
First Session
$100
Family Therapy
$100
Couples Therapy
$100
Individual Therapy
Types of Therapy
Family Session
Couples Session
Individual Session
Clientele
Parents
Young Adults (18-24)
Adults (25-65)
Seniors (65+)
Children (5-12)
Adolescents (13-17)
Treatment Approaches / Modalities
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Family Systems Therapy
Humanistic Therapy
Internal Family Systems Therapy
Interpersonal Psychotherapy
Marriage and Family Therapy
Training / Certifications
ABSNP, School Neuropsychology
Board Certified Professional Counselor
EMDR level 1 and level 2, Gottman Trained
special education supervisor and director
Licensure
MI, Psychologist, 6301013084
MI, LPC, 6401000662
MI, LMFT, 4101005461
MI, LMSW, 6801058142
Education
Ph.D. Psychology
D. Min., Pastoral theology, counseling
MA, psychology
Work History
I have worked in the following settings as a Psychologist: 1. Catholic family services Kalamazoo, Michigan 9 years 2. Allegan Areas Educational Services agency, School Psychologist, 12 years 3. Desert Streams Christian Counseling, 12 years 4. Branch County ISD, Special education supervisor, 5 years 5. Life Journey Psychological Services, 1 year 6. Family Therapy and Development Centers, 1 years I have provided individual, couples, family therapy, I have provided psychological and neuropsychological assessments.
Location
Remote Therapy - serving the greater Michigan area, Kalamazoo, 49008, MI