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Here is a little bit about me. I graduated from USF with a BA in Psychology and receive my Masters Degree from Michigan State in 1987 in Rehabilitation Counseling. My counseling experience began at MSU where I worked as a counselor in the University EAP where I provided counseling to university employees and their families. I took some time off to devote to raising my five children and worked part time at as a college instructor and provided counseling as a ministry to various churches i attended over the years. I also counseled for a nonprofit Christian Counseling ministry which I also served as a board member.

My experience includes working as a therapist inpatient at a Behavioral Health Hospital which I gained exposure with various mental illnesses. I also worked as a therapist for intensive outpatient programs at two local hospitals in Fort Myers for five years, . I also am a former Guidance Counselor and have experience with counseling adolescents and also administering. career assessment instruments. I also worked as a Director of a Crisis Pregnancy Center and counseled women in crisis situations.

I became a Christian at age 25 which transformed my life. I have gone through many trials losing both of my parents when I was in college. I have raised five children all who are adults one who is disabled. I have been married to my college sweetheart for 38 years I believe counseling is a calling on my life and I have a passion for it.

I have a very strong faith and have received comfort in my afflictions. and would like to help you to find comfort in your afflictions.

I do counsel all faiths and respect other’s beliefs. I have received training from both secular and Christian modalities.

I am licensed mental health counselor in the State of Florida I am also a qualified supervisor.

I also am a certified case manager and have worked to help those with various behavioral health problems including mental health and substance abuse connect with the appropriate services.

I strive to give each of my clients personalized attention. I limit my clients so that I can focus the appropriate time that you deserve.