I have been with NCG since June, 2008. I started out as a Community Based Counselor II, then became a clinical supervisor, and an Assistant Site Director at the Virginia Beach site. I obtained my B.S. from Old Dominion University and my MSW degree from Norfolk State University. I am in the process of becoming a registered play therapist, and have started the Crisis Stabilization Program for children and adults at the Virginia Beach site. I also enjoy reading and watching movies.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia and a Licensed Mental Health Professional in New York. I graduated from the State University of New York with a focus on Mental Health Counseling Psychology. Since 2017, I have worked in diverse care and treatment settings, including roles as a Clinical Supervisor, Outpatient Therapist, and Home-Based Counselor at National Counseling Group.
Over the years, I have provided counseling to a wide range of individuals, including children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. My experience encompasses programs such as Intensive In-Home (IIH & HBC), Therapeutic Day Treatment (TDT), Mental Health Skills Building (MHSS), Crisis Stabilization, Outpatient, and Parent Partnership Programs.
My extensive travels to numerous countries have exposed me to diverse cultures and lifestyles. This exposure has enhanced my ability to connect with people, enabling me to better understand their unique experiences and perspectives. I am deeply committed to empowering individuals, families, and professionals to attain their goals, fostering enduring, meaningful outcomes in their lives.

I was born in Arlington, Virginia, and have lived in several Spanish-speaking countries, as well as in Texas and California. This diverse background enriches my understanding of various cultural perspectives. I first joined National Counseling Group in 2016 as a community-based provider working with clients in Prince William, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Arlington counties. Just before the onset of COVID-19, I relocated to Spain to be closer to family and to pursue a second master's degree in a field unrelated to counseling (environmental justice).
I bring more than a decade of experience working with both English-speaking clients and Spanish-speaking families, including those who may use both languages during counseling sessions.
In my personal time, I enjoy working out, hiking, playing tennis, and painting. While living in California, I picked up beach volleyball, roller skating, and longboarding, which I still try to do when time permits. I also like to relax at home by listening to sociopolitical and cultural podcasts, reading mental health literature, and playing my guitars.

I am an LPC and earned my MS from Walden University and my BA in psychology from Arkansas Tech University. I've worked with families and individual for over 15 years in social service in the Oklahoma school system. As a school-based social service worker, I served on the Cherokee County Multi-Disciplinary Child Abuse Task Force for 10 years and various other community committees. Since 2020, I've worked in Functional Family Therapy (FFT) and with local drug courts. I love nature and I incorporate this into therapy as much as possible. I have extensive experience working with trauma and abuse, grief, and family difficulties, including divorce, addiction, and mental health concerns. In my personal time, you can find me kayaking, hiking, or travelling.