About
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I’ve had the privilege of wor
king with adults, youth, couples, and families for over 20 years. My foundational training at Adelphi University in New York was rooted in psychodynamic theory blended with a family systems perspective. Over the years, my approach has expanded to incorporate a blend of attachment theory, psychodynamic therapy, Imago Relationship Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples therapy, Gottman’s Couple Therapy, Developmental Couple Therapy, family systems therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
I am genuinely passionate about my work and enjoy helping people to move toward their fullest potential, either individually, within a couple relationship, or as a family. I am truly dedicated to lifelong learning as I am always expanding upon and strengthening my clinical skills for the benefit of those with whom I work. Those who know me describe me as dedicated, genuine, safe, warm, funny, and down to earth. I consider the process of therapy to be sacred as individuals, couples, and families entrust their feelings, beliefs, histories, and relationships with me as we work together to restore connection, balance, and healing.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Social Welfare- Adelphi University, New York- 5/89
Master of Social Work, Magna Cum Laude – Adelphi University, New York- 1/91
Specialized Training
Marriage and Family Therapy Training Institute at the LINK Counseling Center (clinical coursework)
Certified Imago Relationship Therapist
Art of Relational Couples Therapy- Hedy and Yumi Schleifer
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy-
Completed 4 day externship in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy
Completed 12 day Core Skills Training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy
Gottman Method Couples Therapy- Levels 1 and 2
Ellyn Bader’s Developmental Model of Couples Therapy- Level 1 and II (Advanced) -current
The Developmental Model: 1 in 1000 Mentorship Program 2016
Affiliations
National Association of Social Workers
Georgia Society for Clinical Social Workers
Imago Relationships International
Georgia and Regional Imago Relationship Therapists
