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I received my Bachelors Degree in Social Work at Cornell University in 1989 and my Masters Degree in Social Work at the University of Denver in 1993. I worked with children and adolescents in a variety of settings from 1989-2005. In 2005, I became the principal and founder of 911 Help for Parents where I focused on helping parents better help their children with behavioral and emotional issues. It was then that I saw the growing need to further broaden my practice. I received further training in Couples and Reconcilation therapy, with a special focus on Infidelity Recovery. My unique experience and training enables me to work effectively with adults, couples, and families with a wide variety of challenges such as, but not limited to separation/divorce, infidelity, addiction, depression, anxiety, mental health disorders, learning/attentional challenges, grief/loss, as well as normal life and developmental changes. Because of my commitment to continuing education and professional development, I participate in a monthly training group where I constantly learn and practice cutting edge techniques to help people heal, grow, and change dysfunctional patterns.

Why me?

I have an ability to connect and establish a rapport with the vast majority of people. My clients describe me as "knowledgeable, down-to-earth, real, present, dedicated, attentive, direct, and available". I will do everything in my power to see that you get the resources you need to feel better in a timely and thorough fashion. Having raised three children in Howard County gives me a special ability to empathize with many of the parenting concerns specific to this region. 

My office is located at 5513 Twin Knolls Rd, suite 220, Columbia , MD 21045 where you can find ample parking. If you are facing the building, it is the last set of suites furthest to the right.  Suite 220 is on the second floor.  Text me when you are in the waiting room to let me know you've arrived!       

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