Let's Work Together
"...we have everything we need for a godly life..." 2 Peter 1:3
I like to hear about my clients. Their stories are unique and inspired. There is nothing new under the sun, Scripture says, yet we can often feel so alone. I work with clients to break open their story and put it in the context of the one God is writing. "His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of Him who called us to His own glory and goodness." (2 Peter 1:3) Through writing, poetry, conversation, art, movement, breathing and more, we will strive to get beneath the surface and understand your own heart, mind and body to see how God's promises enable you to walk in freedom and joy.
I also provide forward-focused coaching services to promote personal and professional vitality. Are there goals you'd like to set for yourself? What growth targets would you like to hit? I can help you explore obstacles and find your God-given hope for change.
I am outspoken and honest. I love the Lord with all of my heart and am continuing to grow in grace and knowledge, myself. GOD is so faithful... and patient. This resource has been a dream-in-the-making and I'm excited to walk with you in your journey toward abundant living.
Education & Experience
Bachelor of Science in Psychology: Family Studies | Corban University
Certified Biblical Counselor | Association of Biblical Counselors
Certified SYMBIS Facilitator | Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts, Les & Leslie Parrott
Through the power of the Holy Spirit working in my life, I have experienced change, healing, and growth as I have learned to trust the Lord. In turn, I strive to apply biblical precepts as I minister to others in areas in which they are struggling and/or hoping to experience freedom. I have provided counseling to women, teens and young couples since 2011 as a high school guidance counselor, social worker and lay counselor.
Counseling | 12+yrs - Part-time/Pastoral
Social Work | 5yrs - Trauma-focused
High School Guidance Counselor | 6yrs
Disclaimer: The services I provide are not licensed clinical therapy, nor am I a medical professional. My practice is not intended to take the place of medical advice or treatment. In some cases, you will be advised to consult your medical practitioner while participating in care.
Core Values
Identity - It is essential that we know who we are. This is the basis from which all of us live and move and have our being. (Acts 17:24-28)
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Grace - My practice starts with God's grace extended to me. Resting in His grace allows me to pass it on and encourage others. We are going to mess up, and we need to be able to stand and to move forward in grace.
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Narrative - God’s story is the prevailing narrative. Within that story ours is being written, as well. Just as we learn from the stories in Scripture, we can understand our own story and let it point us to God’s bigger story, bringing freedom and healing in a broken world.
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Gentleness and Patience - “A bruised reed he will not break, and a smoldering wick he will not snuff out...” (Matthew 12:20) The New Testament sets the tone for the work of dealing with sin in the lives of believers and non-believers, alike. My clients should expect gentleness and patience as we work together to bring glory to God. (Ephesians 4:2; Galatians 6:1)
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God's Word and Its Purpose - Isaiah 55:1-3 is an invitation to the thirsty. “Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the waters... listen, that you may live." In verse 10, the rain and the snow satisfies the land, and produces growth and abundance. So it is with God's word (v. 11.) His word never comes back empty, but will accomplish His purpose, it says. That purpose, laid out in verses 12-13, is that those who listen “will go out in joy and be led forth in peace.” They will be transformed for the praise of His glory.