My career as a therapist has spanned over 20 years working with individuals facing challenges of work related stress, racial stress, substance abuse, depression, anxiety and interpersonal relationships. I am a trained Solution Focused Brief therapist with extensive clinical social work and employee assistance background. I am also a DOT Qualified Substance Abuse Professional and a Certified Case Manager. My work has allowed me to counsel individuals working in health care, education, corporations, industry, government agencies and the military. I have witnessed people from all walks of life struggling against seemingly unsurmountable odds and they have found ways to manage them in a manner which allowed hope to be present. I have learned that all human beings seeking help to manage life's challenges share in common a desire to feel safe, respected and heard. I am dedicated to honoring all clients by working together to identify strengths, amplify hope and construct meaningful change. You have taken the first step by merely exploring options to feel happier, to cope better...a pathway to revealing your better self.... your change has already begun. "You never know how strong you are, until being strong is your only choice." Bob Marley