Expertise
Adjustment Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Anger Management, Anxiety and Panic, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Depression, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Trauma Informed Care
Modalities
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Play Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Strengths Based Therapy, Theraplay (informed practices), Referrals for psychological evaluations and BHIS
Education and Credentials
Bachelors
Associate of Arts Degree Arts and Sciences | Western Iowa Tech Community College | May 2010.
Bachelor of Social Work | Briar Cliff University | May 2012.
Masters
Master of Social Work | University of Nebraska Omaha | December 2013 |
Program: Clinical Social Work
Credentials
State of Iowa BOEE Statement of Professional Recognition | 12/2021-9/2027.
TF-CBT Certified | Expires 12/2030.
Licensed Independent Social Worker | 01/01/2025- 12/31/2026.
Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner | Expires 09/01/2026.
Certified Master Social Worker | Expires 09/01/2026.
Trained in Genogram, ecosystem mapping, EMDR, play and Theraplay informed practices.
Crisis intervention and management skills. Trained in ASSIST, A-TIP and C-ID.
Experience with diverse student populations, group facilitation, student advocacy, and inclusive presentations.