Meet our team

I earned a Master of Education in counseling from the University of North Texas and am licensed as an LPC. I am also trained to provide Emotional Transformation Therapy (ETT). I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). I have several years experience as an inpatient therapist and unit manager, specializing in trauma, substance abuse, and self-injury. In 2008 I formed HOPE Strategies Counseling, LLC where I have had the gift  of working with individuals and families in our community for over 15 years. 

I believe in a holistic approach to counseling, on that is collaborative and leaves no stone unturned, until we figure it out. I work with adolescents, adults, families, and couples, treating mood disorders and addressing life challenges. I believe, as an LPC trained in all areas of mental health, it is my duty and privilege to work with all individuals, not expecting a client to arrive with all the answers, but working together to identify the issues and creating a plan for success.

I have been counseling and helping others for over 10 years. I attended Harding University in Searcy, AR with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Amberton University in Garland, TX with a Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).

While I am completely comfortable helping others in all walks of life with any number of mental health issues, I specialize and have a passion to work with children and adolescents. I have several years of experience working in inpatient and partial outpatient hospital settings and joined the office here in 2011. It is my belief that when working with a child or adolescent that you also work closely along with the parent/guardian as well. It is hard enough being a child or parent/guardian in today's world and sometimes we need someone to talk to and help us figure things out. 

Rather than listening to my views of advice, I believe in open communication and working alongside those in my office to help find the answers they are looking for. Counseling is a process, and at times a journey, which I am excited to help others work through. 

In sessions I use a variety of techniques and skills to ease the process and am open to ideas on how to make the process the most effective for my clients. I have 2 dogs that will occasionally come to offer support as well.  Casey is a long haired golden dachshund and Grace is a rescued French Bulldog. 

 I attended Texas State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Recreational Administration and Amberton University in Garland, TX with a Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling. I joined HOPE Strategies Counseling in 2020. I have experienced in an outpatient partial hospital program and as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).

I specialize in child/adolescents with depression, anxiety, attachment and trauma, among several other areas of need. I am also a safe place for LGBTQ+ individuals, and specialize in working through trauma, identity, and past/future anxiety. 

My focus as a therapist is to provide a safe space to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that may feel overwhelming or  challenging. Every person deserves to feel heard. Whether it is past trauma, current challenges, or future fears that are keeping you from getting to where you know you are capable of getting, I am here to help you figure out how to get there, and then keep you going. If you are ready to take the next steps towards change and healing, then you're in the right place. You are not alone. Contact is the first step towards fulfilling this change.