I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Missouri specializing in individual, couples and family therapy. I maintain a private practice in Columbia, Missouri.
I have experience working in substance abuse and family systems, facilitating support and psychoeducational groups, and leading community based classes on self management. I have a true passion for working with older adults and caregivers. I have provided individual and family therapy as well as care coordination in a residential setting with this population for four years. I provide a strengths-based, solutions focused approach with my clients, working alongside them to identify coping strategies, needs and goals. I believe in thorough assessment and relationship building to determine which approach is best for each individual.
Some focus areas include:
Depression
Anxiety and Panic Disorders
Grief and Loss
Life Review
Spirituality
Chronic Illness
Caregiver Stress
Interpersonal Relationship Issues
Professional Activities and Memberships : National Association of Social Work ; National Council on Family Relations ; University of Missouri School of Social Work Field Advisory Board ; Missouri Coalition Celebrating Care Continuum Change ; Columbia Senior Network
To schedule an appointment with me please call the office: 573-446-6290 Email me: [email protected]
Or you may fill out the form below. I look forward to speaking with you.