Credentials:

• Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Texas

• Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Harding University

• Texas Licensed Clinical Social Worker #12484

• Member of the National Association of Social Workers

Mission Statement: To empower individuals to find their internal strengths and external resources to live their richest, fullest, most meaningful life possible.

I opened a private practice to serve my local community. I have lived in Central Texas most of my life though grew up in the piney woods of East Texas.  Early in my career I worked in Child Protective Services and felt helping children and families was the most important thing I could be doing to help build a strong community.  I soon had children of my own and needed work that was more flexible. I continued to be involved with children through home studies and adoption studies, but also moved into the other end of the aging spectrum.  I worked with a Home Health Agency, Nursing Homes and an Alzheimer’s Center.  I loved to help give meaning and dignity to those near the end of their lives.  During this time I owned a fitness center and have a strong belief in the importance of physical health in maintaining mental health.  When my children entered their teens I decided to go into full time psychotherapy. I provided counseling services at a rural health clinic for 14 years and then I spent a year at a federally qualified healthcare center.  Both experiences gave me an opportunity to work with a wide variety of ages, problems, and socioeconomic groups. 

I love spending time with my 3 adult children and 4 grandchildren.  I love to travel and my favorite trips have been an Alaskan Cruise, a trip to the Netherlands to see the tulips, and a people to people tour of Cuba.  I enjoy a variety of hobbies including hiking, gardening, dancing, and knitting.