About Me

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I graduated from Appalachian State University with a degree in Elementary Education in 1996. From there I went on to earn a Master of Arts degree in Counseling at North Carolina Central University in May of 2003. I  completed a Post Master Certificate from University of North Carolina at Greensboro in Couples and Family Counseling in 2009.  

My work experience includes 5 years as a middle school teacher and 9 years as an elementary school counselor. In 2014, I earned a certification in play therapy and became a Registered Play Therapist (RPT). I have been serving on the Board of North Carolina Association of Play Therapy  (NCAPT) since 2013. 

In 2019, I began my private practice working with children and families in Jacksonville, NC.

• Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC)
• Registered Play Therapist (RPT)
  • Leadership Academy Graduate,  2013
• Board Member for the North Carolina Association for Play Therapy 2013-2021
• Zing Zumm Childrens Museum Board Member 

                    2013-2020

• National Board Certified Teacher (NBCT )2010-2020
• Circle of Security Facilitator
• Currently being trained in EMDR