Coordinator of AOD Treatment and Recovery
Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist, CAADC
Central Michigan University (B.S), Central Michigan University (M.A.), Walden University (Ph.D.)

Email: [email protected]

StrengthsFinder Top 5: Relator, Individualization, Learner, Arranger, Connectedness

Approach to Therapy: My approach is integrative (empathy model, person-centered & behavioral), with an emphasis on systems & past experiences on current coping.  I attempt to relate and accept individuals where they are in life, but also focus on helping individuals shed baggage/unhealthy thinking patterns/unhealthy coping that may interfere with reaching goals. I attempt to use the approach that works best for the individual, ranging from reflecting feelings to giving direction and feedback in a constructive and guiding manner.  I truly enjoy interacting with people and assisting them with reaching their dreams.

Campus and Community Involvement:

• Alcohol Advisory Committee
• Fostering Laker Success Committee
• Liaison for Recovery Meetings at GVSU

Areas of Clinical Interest:

• Substance Abuse – Alcohol & Other Drug Issues
• Family of Origin Issues
• Anxiety/Depression Management
• Sensory Processing Disorders
• Unique Learners and Related Adjustment Issues

Self-Care:

• Spending time with Family/Friends
• Sleeping/Reading/Watching TV/Fishing
• Going to Garage Sales or Auction Sales
• Swimming/Gardening/Walking/Bike Riding

Fun Fact/s:

• My son says I’m not as funny or “cool” as I think I am.
• I was a first-generation student from a very low SES.
• Relaxing to me is being busy, but with things I enjoy.
• It wasn’t until my senior year of college that I really learned how to study.
• During my senior year of college I change my major from accounting to psychology.