“Meaningful Progress” and “Progress is not Perfection” are the themes I injects into each session, as well as on my personal path. I understand life brings many uncertainties and challenges, therefore providing focused and customizable treatment to people from all walks of life will lead to meaningful progress. It’s not perfect, but purposeful. I have 18 years of experience in the helping profession. I believe access to health and helping services should be available to everyone. My passions are helping individuals and I look forward to working with you.

I was born and raised in St. Louis Missouri. From an early age, I knew I wanted to help people and was “extra curious.’ I attended Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (2004). In 2007 I earned a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Webster University, I’m a proud Gorlok!

I started in the Behavioral Health field as a psychiatric tech at St. Louis Forensic State Facility. Then transition to the field of Case Management. As a Case manager, I worked as a contact interventionalist for Children’s services and a local non-profit mental health clinic before moving to Texas.

In Texas, I discovered my love for working with individuals who struggle with substance use. I completed LPC licensure, earned a Master Addiction Counselor certification, became a National Board Certified Counselor, Became an LPC clinical supervisor, and later a Substance Abuse Professional for the Texas Department of Transportation. I have been practicing therapy since 2013, and I have loved helping others every step of the way.

In October of 2021, Guided Purpose Counseling was formed, fulfilling a career-long dream!