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I am a counseling intern pursuing my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Missouri State University. I have experience working with children and adolescents, and I am especially passionate about supporting youth as they navigate emotions, relationships, and life transitions.

My approach to counseling is rooted in person-centered therapy, with a strong emphasis on creating a safe, supportive, and collaborative space where clients feel heard and understood. I also incorporate play therapy techniques and expressive approaches, recognizing that children often communicate and process emotions most effectively through play.

Through my work, I strive to help clients build self-awareness, develop healthy coping skills, and feel empowered in their personal growth. I am committed to meeting each client where they are and walking alongside them as they explore their experiences and move toward healing.

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I’m currently a graduate student pursuing my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Missouri State University. I primarily work with adults, and I am passionate about supporting individuals as they navigate adversity, develop greater self-awareness, and work toward meaningful change in their lives.

I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Missouri State University in 2024. 

Life can be overwhelming, and sometimes things get heavy. I aim to foster a safe, supportive space where clients can set down those burdens and begin to sort through the chaos. Counseling can be a place to bear witness to pain, make space for difficult emotions, and find ways to soothe and move through them. Together, we can explore the past, stay grounded in the present, and work toward the future.

Therapy should be a space where everyone feels welcome, respected, and heard. I aim to create an inclusive and affirming environment where clients can explore their experiences and identities without judgment.

My approach to counseling is primarily person-centered, with an emphasis on autonomy, empowerment, and exploration. We are the experts on our own experiences, and I strive to support rather than lead. 

The answers we seek are often already within us; sometimes all we need is a fresh perspective to find them. 

I am a graduate student at Liberty University pursuing a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Training, with an expected graduation date of May 2027. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Colorado Christian University in May of 2014. 

My professional experience includes working as a case manager and pre-trial officer. Currently, I’m working as a federal contractor background investigator.  When I worked as a case manager with the State of Missouri, I had the privilege of working with foster and adoptive families.  My husband and I have six children together, ranging in age from 34 to 18. We adopted our youngest daughter at the age of six from the foster care system.

One thing my life experience has taught me is that everyone experiences problems in life. Sometimes, those problems are the things that lead to the most personal growth in life. My goal is to provide a safe place for clients to explore their physical, mental, and social needs in an open and non-judgmental atmosphere.  My approach to counseling is holistic, strengths-based, and person-centered.