Some people who experience trauma may struggle with memories and thoughts about the event. They may have nightmares or feel angry all the time. They may want to avoid thinking about the trauma or encountering things that remind them of it. While it may feel better momentarily, avoidance of the trauma can keep you stuck from recovering from PTSD. As a certified trauma therapist, I offer a treatment that helps heal PTSD in 12-15 sessions. I specialize in working with first responders & veterans and am extensively trained to work with the unique challenges they face, however, I work with all forms of trauma.

We all need a little help sometimes, and I try to create a safe, supportive environment where my clients can discover new possibilities. I am passionate about helping you discover your strengths, learn new skills, and make meaningful connections. I primarily treat anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. I also have experience helping others navigate issues of faith and life transitions. I am passionate about serving the LGBTQ+ community and enjoy working with individuals and couples of all identities and orientations.

We are a wife and husband team who are passionate about keeping our relationship healthy and helping other couples to have relationships that thrive. Through our professional experiences as well as our fifteen years of being married, we know that being in a happy relationship takes WORK and requires being intentional in your words and actions every day. It requires you to have the tough conversations and tolerate the uncomfortable emotions that are part of being in a relationship with another person.

Thank you for the opportunity for considering me to work with you. My background is unique and varied which provides a broad range of knowledge, and experiences from having served in the U.S. Army, worked in Law Enforcement for over twenty-five years, worked on a church staff and as Therapist. I find it rewarding to help individuals realize their potential, see hope in a better future and becoming their best selves in life. We should not be defined by the negative beliefs we hold about ourselves but in the positive changes we can make. I have worked with individuals, couples, families, groups, adults, and adolescents.

Whether you’re experiencing distress or conflict within your life, experiencing professional changes, having difficulty coping with the loss of a loved one, experiencing a transitional phase in your life, or etc. through a positive therapeutic process growth can occur. Through an empathetic and safe environment, the therapeutic process can assist you in creating your optimal life.

I am grateful for your consideration of my services. Areas of focus lie in Marriage and Family, Parenting, and Mood Disorders. I work with children age 12 and older. Anxiety and Depression in both adults and children commonly present. I operate, when the client wishes, from a faith-based perspective integrating Scripture into the therapeutic relationship.

Prior to creating Addiction Specialists LLC, I was the Director of a men’s treatment facility, provided addictions and trauma counseling services for adults and families in a private practice setting, the Program Director for an outpatient facility, and a Mental Health and Addiction Specialists at Auburn University Athletics Sports Medicine. I bring over 25 years of experience in the field of addiction treatment

I provide counseling to the broken and hurting people who desire the strength to endure whatever life throws at them. I employ an integrative approach tailored to your personal strengths in order to help you overcoming challenges and enhance your quality of life mentally, physically, socially, and spiritually.

Tired of feeling stuck? Struggling with depression and anxiety? Having a difficult time moving through grief and loss? Midlife crisis? Ready for a life transition? Having marital or relationship issues? Mindful dating? Divorce? Mood disorders? I am a real person, walking the journey of life, just like you. Counseling has been an invaluable tool for me in my own journey as I strive to live a full and joyful life. Let me help you feel those same benefits.

Divorce can be the most difficult thing people go through in their lives. It is painful, scary, isolating, and expensive. As an attorney as well as a therapist, I know firsthand that the legal system is a poor way to handle disputes. Working with couples is my passion, including high-conflict couples, whether it is premarital counseling, working with couples navigating the divorce process and the court system, or helping divorced couples. My aim is to help people meet their goals, reduce conflict, and be fulfilled.

My goal as a therapist is to assist each of my clients in overcoming any issues that are preventing them from living their best lives. Whether you are suffering from anxiety or depression, PTSD, relationship problems, or health issues, counseling can help. There are many evidence-based therapies that have proven effective in treating these conditions and others. We can work together to identify difficulties and find the best treatment approach for you as an individual. Working together, and with dedication, we can improve your overall quality of life.

We have all felt overwhelmed and unsure how to reconnect with our spouse and children. Sometimes it seems like we are all speaking a different language. It is difficult to navigate the same old argument with your spouse and feel like you get no traction. It is scary to know that your child is struggling yet you do not have the tools to help them. It is disheartening to feel that you are still making the same mistakes and have the same difficulties as you always have. I get it and I have been there. Sometimes you need a guide to help you navigate and get back on track to the life you desire.

Make a choice.....create a change. I enjoy working with adults, couples and families with a variety of concerns. Depression, grief and compulsive behaviors can impact our relationships with others. I will spend time with you, increasing your awareness about unhealthy behaviors and to help identify new, more beneficial behaviors to improve your relationships. I have a special interest in working with clients who wish to explore forgiveness as a means to improve their connections with others.

TELEHEALTH OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE. E-MAIL ME FOR QUICKER RESPONSE. When life becomes overwhelming everything can seem off balance. Whether the challenges you face involve anxiety, depression, parenting and or relationship struggles, let me help you unravel the difficulty.

We are all unique and so are the struggles we face daily. Being unique is great, yet there comes a time when we are faced with challenges, feeling stuck, frustrated, angry or simply misunderstood. It is during these times that it is beneficial to seek someone outside of that current situation for fresh insight, an objective perspective and a listening, non-judgmental ear. Sometimes an outsider looking in may be exactly what you need in order to identify and develop the best solution to meet your unique and individual needs. Life is full of ups and downs- in therapy we learn how to maneuver through the waves of life.

One's perspective is shaped over a lifetime through various experiences. My perspective and passion for helping others was shaped over the years by understanding my own struggles and personal development. Additional experiences, such as being married over 37 years, parenting experience, 30 years of ministerial work and more, have influenced my perspective on life and people. These experiences, and more, have helped me take a compassionate view of people and their needs and not just focus on their problems. Empathy and the ability to listen are important in seeking and developing a solution the client can find useful.

It's time to make that important step in seeking change. I believe in the support counseling offers to overall health and wellness. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults since 2003. Call today and see what you are capable of doing for yourself or your family.

I believe that all individuals have the ability to overcome life's struggles if they are given the needed tools and knowledge. My approach to therapy integrates highly effective therapy models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Gottman Method with a solution-focused mindset. I believe that the client is the expert of their own life but needs some help navigating and understanding their experiences and emotions.

Every person is unique because you bring your own history with you. While history is important, it doesn't have to dictate our future. Whether I am seeing an individual, couple or family, I know we bring with us the people who are part of our stories and it is a privilege to hear yours and hear what matters most in your life. I believe there is hope for changing patterns that may not be working, healing for relationships with others and ourselves and recovering from past and present emotional wounds. I would value your trust if you choose to work with me. Support is available.

Telehealth only: I specialize in mood and anxiety disorders, commonly working with clients that suffer from anxiety & depression. In our sessions together we will focus on reflection, mindfulness, and exploring ways to cope.