I am a Florida and California Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have an extensive background in community and hospital settings with children, teens and adults who have experienced acute and chronic medical conditions. A significant part of my professional background consisted of working with the child welfare system. As well as personally, being a foster parent, followed by an adoptive parent to three children with special needs. I have a special interest and expertise working with people in different life stages whether a teenager. young adult in college, or as a parent raising children with special needs. I provide a safe, compassionate and supportive environment. My greatest passion is providing a listening ear that can relate to you and help you find your voice to conquer "hard things".