Long before Eudaimonia Counseling and Wellness came into being or I had the formal education and licensure, I was helping others through many other roles in my life. Through experience in youth residential treatment, law enforcement, victim support and community mental health, I have come to understand that recognizing a person in their journey involves being considerate and empathetic to their situation, validating their experiences and recognizing them as a human, going through their share of human struggles.

My journey through trauma provided me with a deeper connection to the experience of the human condition and the struggle in which everyone finds themself. My very favorite quote comes from Dr. Brené Brown who says, "What we don't need in the midst of struggle is shame for being human." Addressing shame and vulnerability can be dauntingly courageous. Society tends to offer little leniency when it comes to matters such as error, differences, trauma, and the aftermath of decisions made by others. Despite this, we must show humanity to those who simply humanely respond to life. Brené Brown also says, "You are imperfect, you are wired for struggle, but you are worthy of love and belonging."

My mission is to bring hope and healing to individuals who have endured various types of trauma. Offering validation, empathy, and compassion to someone can be incredibly powerful. It is important to remember that trauma does not weaken our self-worth; it is simply an unavoidable part of the human experience. Through counseling, individuals can develop the strength and understanding they were lacking due to their age, experience, or resilience, as well as gain newfound insight, and have the chance to truly process the event.

I help my clients to cultivate a newfound positivity in their lives and gain a better understanding of their identity and the legacy of trauma that had become an unnecessary burden. By teaching them to distinguish between things in and out of their power, I support them in developing the authenticity and freedom to select the paths that empower them to identify and create the life they want to live.

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Experience & Education

Degrees

• BA, Psychology 1995, St. Edwards University, Austin, TX
• MA, Marriage and Family Therapy Emphasis in Licensed Proessional linical Counseling, Touro University Worldwide, Los Alamitos, CA

Licensure

• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #203957

Training and Certifications

• ETT® Certified Trauma Therapist.
• ETT® Somatic Therapist
• ETT® Spiritual Therapist
• ETT® Addictions Therapist
• ETT® Couples Therapist
• Emotional Transformation Therapy ETT® Level I -3 trained.
• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) trained
• Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Counseling
• Level 2 Training in Gottman Method Couples Counseling
• Treating Trauma and Affairs in Gottman Method Couples Counseling
• Gottman: The Seven Principles of Making Marriage Work Workshop Leader
• Treating Complex Trauma with Internal Family Systems