Your struggle is real.
Look, I get it. I have endured my own share of trauma and grief. I can teach you what I have learned from my own experiences, as well as the long term solutions that work for my past clients.
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I supplement all that experience with the latest in neuroscience research to put together the very best program for your current issues.
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Professional
I have worked in health care settings for nearly 30 years, with a focus on midlife and older adults, cancer patients, women’s health, and hospice families. As a matter of fact, everyone in my extended family works in the medical or public safety field.
I earned a Master of Social Work degree from North Carolina State University, and completed the extensive training and board examination required to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of North Carolina (License #C012358).
I am also licensed as an out-of-state telehealth provider in the the state of Florida: #TPSW314.
http://www.flhealthsource.gov/telehealth/
My Certified Grief Counselor designation was achieved after a rigorous 100 hour post-grad program and examination through the American Academy of Grief Counseling. I also serve my community as a registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and meditation teacher, specializing in restorative and senior yoga for all abilities.
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Specialties:
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sudden or traumatic death
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substance-related death: opioids, alcohol, etc.
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suicide or overdose
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cancer and serious illness
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car accidents
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complicated or prolonged grief​​
Recent Advanced Trainings:
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Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy
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The Body Keeps the Score Trauma Conference
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Ethics for the Counseling Professions
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Military Culture and Deployment
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Accelerated Resolution Therapy
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Our adorable dog, Molly, at Lake Benson.
Everyone loves a puppy pic, right?
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Personal​
My family has lived in rural Johnston County for 16 years. My husband and I enjoy camping and exploring local hiking trails with our little dog, Molly. Our two young adult children live nearby.