A Passion For Learning
"Nothing is more important for a therapist than a far-reaching educational background. That's why I worked hard to learn as much as possible at the excellent schools. The knowledge I gained has been invaluable in helping my clients successfully meet their challenges."
Licensed:
- Clinical Professional Counselor
National Certified:
- Counselor
- Mental Health Counselor
Education:
- Ph.D. - Counseling, Univeristy of Wyoming
- M.S. - Counseling, Eastern Montana College
- B.S. - Psychology & Teaching, University of Wyoming
Exceptional Experience
"I believe practical experience is just as important as education. My 17 years of experience have given me so many insights into the problems people face in the real world... and the practical solutions they need."
Experience:
- Clinical Supervisor, Resource Management Services
- Counselor Intern, Counseling & Career Development Center, University of Wyoming
- School Counselor, University School, Laramie, Wyoming
- Counselor/Teacher, Casper College, Wyoming
- Diagnostician, Worland School District #1, Wyoming
- Staff Therapist, Hot Springs Country Mental Health, Wyoming
- Education Director, Absoroka Head Start, Wyoming
Sharing Helps Knowledge Grow
"All knowledge is enhanced by sharing. These professional organizations are one way I'm able to meet with collegues and share breakthroughs in counseling. My work as a teacher and author allows me to share insights with young people and members of the community. That way, I can help many more people than I could ever see in my practice."
Fellowship:
- American Mental Health Counselors Association
Awards:
- William T. Kemper Fellowship for Teaching Excellence (1996)
- Putnam Award for Teaching Excellence
Member:
- American Counseling Association
- American Mental Health Counseling Association
- American Association for Counselor Education & Supervision
Advanced Training & Expertise:
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Child & Adolescent Psychology
- Play Therapy
- Marriage Counseling
- Stress Management
- Women's Issues
Associate Professor:
- Bradley University Dept. of Educational Leadership & Human Development (1994)
