I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Professional Studies from the University of Hawaii – Aiea, Hawaii in 1985. In 1999 I received a Master of Education in Counseling and in 2004 a Doctorate of Philosophy in Counseling and Higher Education both degrees were earned at the University of North Texas in Denton, Texas.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor. This means I have passed the Texas State Board of Examiners of Licensed Professional Counselors Examination and I have completed at least 3000 hours of supervised counseling sessions along with numerous hours of classroom study. I have taken counselor training courses that allow me to supervise Interns who are working toward their license.

During my training as a counselor I have counseled victims and their families of sexual abuse and incest. I did an internship as a High School Counselor. I was given the opportunity to work with numerous couples, families, parents, children, individuals, and groups at the Family and Child Resource Clinic at the University of North Texas. Most recently I worked as a clinical director and counselor for people with life long pain.

I consider myself a relationship counselor. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, families, parents, children, and groups. I believe when a person is unhappy in a relationship, be it family, friend, or just unhappy in general, learning the courage to change one’s self or one’s actions can have very positive results.

Formal Training ______________________________________

• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Counseling and Higher Education
  University of North Texas, 2004
• Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Counseling
  University of North Texas, 1999
• Bachelor of Art (B.A.) in Professional Studies
  University of Hawaii, 1985

Experience and Internships ______________________

Northwest High School
Justin, Texas

• High School Counselor Intern
• Counseled Students
  • Issues included:
    Self Mutilation, Running Away, Drug and Alcohol Use/Dependency, Bullying, Fitting In, Friendships, Thoughts of Suicide, Self-Esteem, Sexual Identity, Family Issues, Communication, Dealing with Parents/Adults, Depression, Anxiety, Fear, Future, Post Secondary Training & Careers

Denton County Children’s Advocacy Center
Lewisville, Texas

• Counselor for abuse victims and their families
• Teen Group Counselor
• Marriage Counseling
• Family Counseling
• Worked with Law Enforcement Officers and Child Protective Services
• Child Play Therapy
  • Issues Included:
    Boundaries, Safety Issues, Understanding Sexual Behavior, Fear, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem, Family Issues, Financial Issues, Security, Parenting, Communication, Victimization, Assertiveness Training, Divorce, & Abuse

Child and Family Resource Center
Denton, Texas

• Marriage Counseling
• Individual Counseling
• Group Counseling
• Family Counseling
• Play Therapy
• Groups for parents and other care givers as partners of play
• Divorce Recovery
  • Issues Included:
    Divorce, Parenting, Anxiety, Chronic Pain Management, Boundaries, Communication, Blended Families, Depression, Assertiveness Training, Self-Esteem, Bipolar, ADHD, Stress, Cultural issues, & Sexual Issues

University of North Texas - Athletics
Denton, Texas

• Academic Mentor in a Program for Athletes
• Group Facilitation for Athletes
  • Issues Included:
    Self-Esteem, Academic Failure, Career Counseling, & Time Management

University of North Texas – Counselor Education
Denton, Texas

• Field Placement Supervisor for Master Level Counselors
• Supervision of Master Counselors
• Site Visits for Master Interns

 

Advantage Healthcare Services
Fort Worth, Texas

• Individual Counseling
• Marriage Counseling
• Group Counseling
• Psychological Evaluations
• Supervisor for Counselor Interns
  • Issues Included:
    Chronic Pain Management, Career Counseling, Pacing, Medication Dependency/Abuse, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Assertiveness Training, Self-Esteem, Sexual Issues, Sleeping, Pacing, Fear, Financial Issues, Worthlessness, Family Issues, Marriage Issues, Worry, Bipolar, ADHD, & Helplessness

 

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