I
have spent nearly 30 years working with children and adults to help
them discover their strengths and create satisfying lives.
My early workas an elementary and middle school Special
Education teacher for the mentally retarded taught me the importance
of working with a child's strengths, and those of their family as
well. During this time I also earned a Master of Special Education
degree from Vanderbilt University.
Following that, I worked for 15 years with nursery and kindergarten
children at Acorn Hill, a Waldorf/Steiner preschool in Silver
Spring, Maryland, and came to appreciate the challenges of parenting
in todays world. I discovered how even a little bit of help at the
right time can make a critical difference.
Continuing my training, I pursued a master's degree
in Counseling Psychology at Bowie State University, providing
therapy to children, families, and adults during my training. Graduating
in 2003, I received my licensure (Licensed Graduate Professional
Counselor) in 2004.
My extensive training and longstanding professional
work with children, families, and adults enables me to use a wide
variety of creative, appropriate, and helpful approaches that fit
the specific needs of the individual.
I am a member of several associations that keep me aware of
new developments in counseling and mental and emotional health.
These associations enable me to build on the best insights of the
national and international communities of professional counselors.
American Counseling Council (ACA)
American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)
Association for Play Therapy
National Alliance on Mental Illness
To arrange a consultation,
call me at 301-589-6033.
