“Where there is no counsel, the people fall; but in the multitude of counselors there is safety.”
Proverbs 11:14
I am excited about joining the Coastal Samaritan team! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of South Carolina and Indiana, and I believe that each person should be treated equally regardless of who they are and what they have been through. Everyone should feel that they can be in a non-judgmental space and feel safe in the presence of a counselor. I know this is what Jesus would want, and it is my responsibility as his servant to provide that to every person who comes through my door.
I graduated with my B.A in psychology from Spring Arbor University and my M.A. in Counselor Education from Western Michigan University in 2013. I have several years of experience working with adolescents, first in the school setting as a school counselor, then as a therapist in residential treatment. I currently work in Adult Therapy Services with adults of all ages. I know the importance of listening and allowing my clients to feel validated. I also understand how imperative the relationship between the therapist and client is to the success of counseling. The key is helping each client feel nurtured and accepted when exploring their lives, emotions, behaviors, and relationships while guiding them through the therapeutic process. My specialties are Anxiety, Depression, and Mindfulness. However, I have worked with a variety of mental health disorders and have experience in Trauma, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing. I look forward to serving you.
Curriculum Vitae:
- Certification of Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, 2023
- Education Leadership Specialist
Liberty University, 2019 - Master of Counseling Education, 2013
Western Michigan University - Bachelor of Arts: Family Life Education, 2009
Spring Arbor University