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 have been working in the mental health field since 1997 as a Qualified Mental Health Profession and have been with National Counseling Group since 2011. I've enjoyed my experiences working in various roles, including as a Mental Health Skills Builder, in Therapeutic Day Treatment, and as an Intensive In- Home Counselor. After graduating from Regent University with a Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling Degree, I pursued my Licensure in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Since becoming licensed, I have been honored to become a Supervisor, an Outpatient Therapist, and currently working as a Site Manager. I'm also trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, and EMDR therapy. My passion is people and my purpose is to serve.

I joined the NCG family in 2018 as a Community Based Counselor, then transitioned to School-Based Counselor, Outpatient Therapist, and now Clinical Supervisor.  I earned a BS in Psychology from University of Maryland Global Campus and a MSW from University of Hawai’i.  I’m currently pursuing a certificate in Animal-Assisted Therapy and hope to someday incorporate one of my four lovable basset hounds into my practice.  I use concepts from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Positive Psychology to empower children, adolescents, and adults to overcome barriers to success, to achieve wellness, and to reach life goals.

I have been in the mental health field since 2016, working in hospitals, residential treatment, outpatient, crisis, and home/community-based services with clients of all ages. My entry into this field began in Kansas City, where I earned my BS in Psychology from the University of Kansas. From there, I earned my Master’s from Garrett ETS before making my way to Virginia. I am trained in Narrative Therapy and EMDR, which I use to journey alongside others as they learn to understand their story, heal from trauma, find their voice, build healthy relationships, and create a life that is meaningful to them. I am passionate about giving back to my community and supporting the development of other clinicians. There is so much beauty in us all growing together!